Match preview: Bournemouth vs Brentford, 1:45 AM, August 27th: Determined to seek revenge against their troublesome nemesis.

VHO - Commentary on the match Bournemouth vs Brentford, round 2 of the English League Cup, facing their nemesis, the home team Vitality is expected to successfully overcome the curse.

Bournemouth vs Brentford form

Leaving behind a series of disappointing results in pre-season friendlies, Bournemouth had a decent start to the 2025/26 Premier League season. Despite playing away at Anfield, Andoni Iraola's side still made defending champions Liverpool sweat before securing a 4-2 victory.

Returning to their home ground for the second round, The Cherries gifted their fans a victory over Wolves 1-0. Aside from Marcus Tavernier's goal in the 4th minute, the home team could have created a larger lead if their strikers had been more clinical with their chances.

However, the first 3 points will certainly be a strong enough mental stimulant for Semenyo and his teammates to be more confident for the long road ahead. The encounter with Brentford in the second round of the English League Cup continues to be expected by Dorset fans to see another impressive performance from Iraola and his team.

Last season, Bournemouth were also drawn against another team in the same league, West Ham. The difference was that the Cherries had to travel to London and suffered a 1-0 defeat. With their spirits high, Bournemouth were expected to avoid a repeat of their early exit.

But Brentford are certainly not an easy opponent. Remember, the Hornets have been considered a nemesis for the Vitality Stadium side in recent seasons. Specifically, in the last 10 encounters between the two sides in the last 5 seasons, the visitors have won 7, drawn 2 and lost only 1.

Brentford have won both of their last two visits to Vitality Stadium.

Notably, Brentford have won all three of their most recent encounters, including two matches at Bournemouth's home ground (both 2-1 victories). Therefore, despite being considered the underdog, the London team still has plenty of confidence before their trip south.

After the first two rounds of the Premier League, Brentford's situation is quite similar to Bournemouth's. In their opening match, Keith Andrews' team suffered a 1-3 defeat away at Nottingham. But in the second round, Damsgaard and his teammates secured a 1-0 victory at home against Aston Villa.

Last season, Brentford reached the quarter-finals of the English League Cup, only to be stopped by a 1-3 defeat at the hands of Newcastle. But that was when the Bees were still led by coach Thomas Frank. Now, when the talented captain has listened to the call from Tottenham, the London team will have to rely on the ability of assistant Andrews.

Bournemouth vs Brentford squad information

Bournemouth: Enes Unal and Lewis Cook have not been able to return after injury.

Brentford: Vitaly Janelt and Ethan Pinnock are unavailable. Striker Yoane Wissa is unlikely to be included in the squad as he is looking to leave Gtech Community Stadium.

Expected lineup Bournemouth vs Brentford

Bournemouth: Dennis; Smith, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Christie, Scott; Gannon Doak, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson

Brentford: Valdimarsson; Hickey, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter; Onyeka, Henderson; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago

Prediction: 2-1

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