Brentford head coach Keith Andrews confirmed that 34-year-old striker Callum Wilson will start in the Carabao Cup second-round tie against Birmingham City on Tuesday. Wilson made his Bees debut in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur and has impressed in pre-season, according to Andrews.
Wilson to Feature vs Birmingham
Andrews said Wilson has been "excellent in pre-season" and has "got up to speed really quickly". He praised Wilson’s self-care and his behind-the-scenes contribution to the team’s development.
Rotation Ahead of Leeds
The coach hinted at squad rotation for the upcoming Premier League match against Leeds United. He said the squad will be used over the course of the games this week and the weeks leading up to the international break, noting that decisions on who starts are "very, very marginal".
Coach’s Praise for Wilson
"Callum will certainly feature again tomorrow," Andrews added, highlighting Wilson’s rapid adaptation and his role in shaping the team’s next chapter. He expressed confidence in the squad’s depth and quality, stating he was "really happy" with the players available.
