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Liverpool
VS
Brentford
Match Preview & Analysis
Liverpool's European Hopes Under Threat Against Resilient Brentford
Liverpool's grip on a Champions League spot is looking increasingly precarious, making Sunday's Anfield clash against Brentford a critical fixture. With Arsenal and Manchester City pulling away at the top, and Manchester United and Aston Villa holding firm in the chase, Jürgen Klopp’s side sits fifth, three points adrift of the final qualification place. Fans eager to catch the action will be looking for a reliable Liverpool vs Brentford live stream, as dropped points here could prove devastating for their European ambitions. Brentford, meanwhile, arrive with little to lose, having navigated a mixed bag of recent results, and will fancy their chances of playing spoiler on Merseyside.
Match Details
- Competition: Premier League (England)
- Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
- Kick-off: Sunday, 24 May 2026 • 16:00 UK Time
- Referee: D. England
Current Form
Liverpool's recent run of form has been a cause for significant concern among supporters, producing just two wins from their last five Premier League outings. Consecutive defeats to Manchester United (2-3) and Aston Villa (2-4) in early May highlighted a troubling defensive vulnerability, with four goals conceded in the Villa match particularly alarming for a side with European aspirations. A disjointed 1-1 draw against Chelsea further compounded their struggle for consistency, only briefly punctuated by victories over Crystal Palace (3-1) and Everton (2-1). This wavering momentum has left them chasing Aston Villa for the final Champions League berth.
Brentford's journey through their last five league fixtures tells a tale of gritty resilience and occasional flair. They held Crystal Palace to a 2-2 draw and snatched an impressive 3-0 victory over West Ham, showcasing their ability to find the net. However, a comprehensive 0-3 loss to Manchester City and a narrow 1-2 defeat to Manchester United illustrate the challenge they face against the league's top-tier teams. A goalless draw against Fulham rounds out a run that sees them operating without the pressure of relegation, yet with enough quality to disrupt any opponent.
Team News
Liverpool's squad depth will be stretched significantly by a string of key absences. Midfielders S. Bajcetic (hamstring) and W. Endo (foot) are both ruled out, leaving Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai to shoulder much of the creative and
Team Form
Liverpool
Last 5: WWLDL
Brentford
Last 5: DLWLD
Head to Head
Brentford 3-2 Liverpool (2025-10-25); Brentford 0-2 Liverpool (2025-01-18); Liverpool 2-0 Brentford (2024-08-25); Brentford 1-4 Liverpool (2024-02-17); Liverpool 3-0 Brentford (2023-11-12)
Match Predictions
Predicted Lineups
Based on lineups from the last meeting between these sides. Actual lineups confirmed ~1 hour before kick-off.