A big challenge for Arsenal.

Brentford are the kind of small team that always has the potential to do big things. They started this season with a draw against Tottenham. They won 2-0 at Chelsea and nearly beat Manchester United at Old Trafford (no one could have imagined Scott McTominay scoring two goals in injury time to turn the game around for United). Excellent organization and consistently good teamwork on the pitch are the reasons why Brentford, despite being "poor," are firmly established in the financially demanding Premier League.

Difficulties await Arsenal (in red shirts).

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According to Opta's computer, Arsenal's probability of winning is 39.4% - only slightly higher than Brentford (31.8%). While Brentford usually perform well at home, Arsenal often disappoint when playing away. They have lost at Lens, Newcastle, and West Ham in various competitions. This is just a continuation of a pattern that was evident from the end of last season (when Arsenal lost to Manchester City and Nottingham Forest).

Of course, Arsenal are still far superior overall, from the strength of the entire team to the individual class of each star. In attack, Bukayo Saka is in superb form. Similarly, Declan Rice is in midfield. In this match, goalkeeper David Raya will have to relinquish his goal to Aaron Ramsdale (as Raya is on loan from Brentford and is ineligible to play against his current club). Arsenal fans are worried about the form of Martin Odegaard – who recently suffered an injury while playing for Norway in the international matches. Thomas Partey, Emile Smith Rowe, Jurien Timber, and Fabio Vieira will all be absent due to injury or suspension. Eddie Nketiah and Ben White are also doubtful to play.

If Arsenal disappoint, the main reason will most likely be related to Leandro Trossard. He recently scored and assisted in Arsenal's 3-1 win against Burnley in their last Premier League match. However, Trossard's form has been inconsistent this season. This is also why insiders are speculating that Arsenal are looking to buy a top striker in the upcoming winter transfer window. Whenever Arsenal lose, experts always discuss their attacking effectiveness and lack of sharpness in their goal-scoring.

Brentford also have a few players unavailable, but that's not a big deal. Their top scorers like Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, Norgaard, Mathias Jensen… will all be present, and that's enough. Listing the Brentford squad really only shows that they haven't made any significant changes; Brentford are actually a team without star players. On the other hand, while Brentford might surprise with the chemistry of their attacking players, the solidity of their defense is what ultimately matters. After three consecutive wins in the Premier League, Brentford lost 0-3 away to Liverpool in their most recent match.

Brentford are capable of sharing points with Arsenal at home. Furthermore, it's worth remembering a common "tradition" in top-level football: surprises often occur in club football immediately after international breaks. This presents an opportunity for Arsenal to move up the table, as the two teams above them, Manchester City and Liverpool, will face each other directly. But it's also a chance for Brentford to cause an upset!

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