Bitesize Prediction: Brentford vs Ipswich – 26/10/24

Competition: Premier League

Market: Brentford win

Odds: 7/10 @ Pribet

Looking to claim an immediate response this weekend, Brentford will welcome Ipswich to west London on Saturday afternoon.

Starting with the hosts, marking their return from October’s international break with a second-half collapse away at Old Trafford as they eventually fell to a 2-1 defeat against Manchester United, Brentford are seeking an immediate response this weekend. Nevertheless, heading into the fortnight interval with an action-packed 5-3 victory at home against Wolves, Thomas Frank’s men have their sights firmly set on snapping up a top-half finish this season. Although the Bees might still be seeking some crucial stability, they have continued to gain a reputation for their success in west London. Extending on their EFL Cup adventure on September 17th as they landed a 3-1 win against Leyton Orient, Brentford should be smelling the chance to lay down a marker here. Getting proceedings underway on August 18th with a 2-1 victory against local rivals Crystal Palace, the Bees have collected 10 points from their first four Premier League showdowns at the Gtech. It should also be highlighted, Frank’s side have registered 14 goals in their first five home fixtures across all competitions.

As for the visitors, while Ipswich might have gained a string of plaudits since making their iconic Premier League return this season, the Blues appear to have a real battle on their hands. Marking their return from October’s international break with a worrying performance last weekend as they fell to a 2-0 loss at home against Everton, Kieran McKenna’s side are yet to pick up a single victory from any of their first eight top-flight appearances. Heading into the fortnight interval with a 4-1 drumming at the hands of West Ham, the one-time Manchester United coach should have a mounting headache. Shockingly crashing out of the EFL Cup on August 28th following an infamous penalties defeat against League Two outfit AFC Wimbledon, Ipswich have shown some rather glaring defensive issues. Shipping eight goals in just their last three Premier League appearances, they also travel to west London holding just a one-point buffer from slipping into the relegation zone.

Bet: Brentford 7/10 to beat Ipswich in Saturday’s Premier League showdown @ Pribet