Brentford manager Andrews is expected to field a strong side against Leeds United at Elland Road after making eight changes for the midweek Carabao Cup win. The Bees come into the match sitting 7th in the Premier League with 3 points from one game, having scored three goals without conceding. According to a report from sports.yahoo.com, the predicted lineup sees several regulars return after the 6-1 thrashing of Birmingham City.
Who will start in goal for Brentford?
Caoimhín Kelleher is tipped to reclaim the goalkeeper's jersey after Hákon Valdimarsson started the cup tie. Kelleher's experience is likely preferred for the league encounter against a Leeds side that has opened its season with back-to-back wins and clean sheets. The defensive unit is also set for a reshuffle, with Michael Kayode and Keane Lewis-Potter the frontrunners for the full-back roles. Nathan Collins and Kristoffer Ajer are the expected central defensive partnership, offering solidity after the team's clean sheet against Tottenham.
What does the midfield look like?
The engine room should see the return of club-record signing Mamadou Sangaré, who made his Premier League debut in the 3-0 win over Spurs. He is predicted to line up alongside the ever-present Vitaly Janelt and the creative Mathias Jensen. This trio offers a blend of physicality and passing range. Andrews confirmed the squad had "come through midweek really well," with no fresh fitness concerns. Youngsters Jannik Schuster and Yehor Yarmoliuk, who started against Birmingham, are set to return to the bench.
Who leads the attack against Leeds?
Igor Thiago is the predicted starter to lead the line as the central striker. He will be supported by wingers Kevin Schade and Dango Ouattara, who started both the Tottenham and Birmingham matches. This front three provides pace and directness. Callum Wilson and Jaidon Anthony, who made their first competitive starts for the club in the cup, are options from the substitutes' bench. The availability of new signing El Hadji Malick Diouf from West Ham remains uncertain, with Andrews unsure if he has been registered in time.
What is the current squad situation?
Brentford's early-season form has been positive, putting them just three points behind leaders Manchester City. The team's next Premier League fixture is at home to Sunderland on September 5th. You can track the full schedule on our fixtures page. The club does have some absentees to manage, with A. Milambo and S. van den Berg currently sidelined, as noted on the official injuries list. Maintaining this strong start will be important as they look ahead to a busy period, with current league standings showing a tightly packed top half.
