Preview and odds analysis for Arsenal vs Brentford at 2:30 AM on December 4, 2025, Premier League Round 14

Preview and odds analysis for Arsenal vs Brentford at 2:30 AM on December 4, 2025. Predictions, expected lineups, and expert insights for the Premier League Round 14 match between Arsenal and Brentford.

Match preview Arsenal vs Brentford

90-minute odds: 0: 1 1/2

Total goals: 2 3/4

Arsenal approach Round 14 as Premier League leaders, maintaining extremely steady form throughout the early part of the season. The 1-1 draw against Chelsea last weekend was somewhat unfortunate as the "Gunners" lacked sharpness following a demanding series of matches against Tottenham, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea. Nevertheless, Mikel Arteta’s squad demonstrated resilience as Merino scored a difficult equalizer, extending their unbeaten streak to 17 games across all competitions since August.

The Emirates home fortress remains a stronghold as Arsenal have won 9 out of 10 matches there this season, including 7 consecutive wins. Their defense has conceded only 2 goals at home in the Premier League — the best defensive record in the league. Despite some key players having fitness concerns, their intense pressing combined with superior ball possession keeps Arsenal highly rated for this fixture.

Brentford continue to hold a respectable spot in the upper half of the table thanks to important home victories, notably the recent 3-1 win over Burnley, heavily influenced by striker Igor Thiago — who has netted 10 goals in 13 games, the fastest in Brentford’s Premier League history.

However, away form remains a major concern for coach Keith Andrews as they have lost 5 of 6 away matches this season and failed to keep a clean sheet in the last 5 rounds. A five-defender formation may be used to limit Arsenal’s wing attacks, but Brentford often struggle against top teams due to inferior game control. Still, Thiago’s explosive form, discipline, and counterattack speed could create surprises if Arsenal make mistakes.