BETTING GUIDE:Brentford Vs Tottenham Hotspur, match preview, team news and betting tip

Brentford welcomes Tottenham Hotspur to the Gtech Community Stadium on New Year’s Day in a compelling Premier League London derby, with kickoff scheduled for the evening as both sides begin 2026 with contrasting ambitions.

Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news

This Matchday 19 encounter carries extra narrative weight, as former Brentford boss Thomas Frank returns to face the Bees for the first time since taking charge at Spurs.

With just one point separating the two clubs in mid-table, the fixture has significant implications in the race for European places.

Brentford enters the contest ninth in the table with 26 points from 18 matches, firmly exceeding pre-season expectations. Keith Andrews’ side are just four points off the top five with a game in hand, keeping Champions League qualification firmly in their sights.

Their recent form has been mixed overall, but at home they have been outstanding. In their last five league matches, Brentford have scored seven goals and conceded six, highlighted by a dominant 4-1 win over Bournemouth last weekend.

At the Gtech Community Stadium, the Bees have won six of nine league games, scoring 20 goals in total, with at least three goals netted in four of their last five home fixtures.

TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Comoros' strategy that frustrated star-studded Mali to barren draw

In terms of personnel, Brentford are without several squad players due to injury and AFCON duty, including Frank Onyeka and Dango Ouattara.

Defender Sepp van den Berg remains a doubt, which could weaken their back line.

Up front, Igor Thiago remains the focal point despite a recent scoring drought, while Kevin Schade’s pace and creativity have been central to their explosive home performances.

Brentford typically lines up in a 4-2-3-1 system, prioritizing width and aggressive pressing.

2025 REVIEW: A look at the year Emmanuel Wanyonyi delivered missing piece

Tottenham arrive in 13th place with 25 points, having struggled for consistency this season.

Their league position has been undermined by poor home form, though results on the road have been comparatively stronger.

Spurs have won five of nine away league matches, including a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace last weekend.

Across their last five matches, Tottenham have scored seven goals and conceded five, but defensively they remain a concern, having shipped 13 goals in their previous five away games in all competitions before that Palace clean sheet.

Team news is mixed for Spurs. Cristian Romero returns from suspension, a significant boost at center-back, but injuries and absences continue to disrupt Frank’s plans.

James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Destiny Udogie are all sidelined, while AFCON has removed further midfield depth.

Richarlison leads the attack, supported by Mohammed Kudus and Randal Kolo Muani, with Spurs expected to maintain their familiar 4-2-3-1 shape.

Historically, Tottenham has held the upper hand in this fixture, winning four of the last six league meetings.

However, goals have been a recurring theme, with both teams scoring in five of the last seven encounters and an average of 3.5 goals per match in recent head-to-heads. Brentford are still yet to beat Spurs at home in the Premier League, adding extra motivation for the hosts.

Key Betting Pointers:

Brentford have claimed victory in six of their nine Premier League matches at home this season.

The Bees have hit three or more goals in four of their last five league games at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Only Arsenal and Manchester City have scored more home league goals than Brentford this campaign.

Tottenham have struggled on the road, winning just once in their last six away matches and conceding heavily during that run.

Brentford’s home scoring power makes them a serious threat, while Tottenham’s inconsistency and defensive issues on the road remain hard to ignore.

Spurs may contribute going forward, but the Bees’ attacking momentum at the Gtech Community Stadium gives them the edge in what should be an open contest.

Prediction: Brentford win or Draw with Both Teams to score.

Disclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling