Brentford Team News Page 31 - Soccer

Kristoffer Ajer - Picks up injury Ajer (undisclosed) missed the last match due to a "minor injury," according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer was not an option for Saturday's 1-0 loss to Newcastle due to a minor injury he picked up while playing with Norway during the international break. Manager Thomas Frank did not give any more information on the injury other than saying it was a "minor injury," so a timetable for his knock is hard to suggest. He could very well be an option for Saturday's match against Everton, but if he is not, it won't affect the team too much as he has only registered one start this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Set for knee surgery Henry will undergo knee surgery in the coming week and likely miss the rest of the season.

Impact Brentford confirmed the news that everyone was expecting and Henry will likely find it hard to return to the pitch in the 2023/24 season. The Bees could look elsewhere in the next transfer window or rely on a combination of players, including Mads Roerslev and Kristoffer Ajer, to take on what had been Henry's role the past few seasons

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Reportedly suffers ACL injury Henry has reportedly suffered an ACL injury and could miss the majority of the season, reports The Athletic.

Impact This was unfortunately suspected to be the case when Henry went down Saturday and the outlook isn't great. Brentford will likely have an update at some point this week about the severity with a possible timeline. This puts them in a bit of a hole with Mads Roerslev and Kristoffer Ajer options to get more run. Henry has started at least 30 matches each of the last four seasons with the club, so his absence is not a minor one.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Subbed off with injury Henry (knee) was injured and subbed out in the 42nd minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Newcastle United. He had two tackles (two won) before exiting the match.

Impact Despite being marked with an injury prior to the match, Henry gave it a go, which unfortunately, resulted in him leaving early with a knee injury. Henry managed to make a fair impact in his limited time on the pitch, making two successful tackles. His presence was missed later on, as Brentford conceded the lone goal early in the second half. The severity and timetable for return remain unknown, through it was confirmed that Henry suffered a knee injury.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Mee - Wins three tackles Mee was injured and subbed out in the 72nd minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss against Newcastle United. He had three tackles (three won), one clearance and one interception before exiti...

Impact Before being subbed out, Mee continued to show his defensive skill by winning 100 percent of his tackles. He is now 5-for-5 with his defensive tackles over the last two games.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yoane Wissa - Fires five shots Wissa generated five shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Wissa was very active early in the match, beginning with two quick fouls. He went on to fire a number of shot attempts but only managed to get one through to the target. After scoring in the first two games of the season, he has gone without a point in the last three. He is up to a total of 20 shots and six shots on target for the season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Concedes one in loss Flekken had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 64th minute.

Impact Flekken managed one save but could not keep the doors shut, as conceding just one goal was enough to see his side on the losing end. Flekken is now up to a total of 14 saves and six goals conceded through five games this season. Up next for Brentford is a meeting with Everton.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Knee injury confirmed Henry had to come off during the first half of Saturday's match with a knee injury that has now been confirmed my manager Thomas Frank. "I don't know how bad it is" he said per Jay...

Impact Henry's timetable of return is yet to be determined, however it is confirmed that it is his knee that is injured and will be set for scans to find out the severity of the injury. Mads Roerslev will prepare to be the next player up to replace him if he is set for a longer absence.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Wilson penalty gets Newcastle back to winning ways with 1-0 victory against Brentford

Callum Wilson struck from the penalty spot as Newcastle beat Brentford 1-0 in the Premier League

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rico Henry - Injures knee against Newcastle Henry suffered a knee injury in Saturday's match against Newcastle and was forced off in the first half.

Impact Henry took a knock to his knee in the first half Saturday and while he tried to play on it, he couldn't continue. He'll need a scan in the coming week, though it seemed more severe than a one-week injury when he went down. Mads Roerslev is most likely to benefit unless Thomas Frank opts to go elsewhere for his right-back.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Damsgaard - Not playing against Newcastle Damsgaard (groin) is not on the squad for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Damsgaard was expected to be a game-time call due to a groin issue, but it seems he didn't pass the final fitness test. His next chance to play will come against Everton next Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Mikkel Damsgaard - Could feature against Newcastle Damsgaard (groin) might be an option to play Saturday against Newcastle United, manager Thomas Frank told the club's official website Thursday. "Damsgaard looks better and we will...

Impact Damsgaard has missed the previous two league matches due to a groin injury and couldn't represent Denmark in their matches during the international break, but he made progress in his recovery during the last two weeks and might have a shot at playing. He has two appearances off the bench this season but only has one shot on target across 52 combined minutes.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Damsgaard - Pictured in training Damsgaard (groin) was pictured in training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Newcastle.

Impact Damsgaard has missed the last two matches with a groin injury, but it looks like he's feeling better and should be an option to play out of the break. While he isn't getting the minutes he would like, they should come eventually as the matches ramp up. For now, he's often the first midfielder off the bench and can be used in the front three when needed, as well.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt - Two shots Saturday Janelt had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Janelt has started all four matches to open the Premier League but has failed to fill the stat sheet as he did in 2022-23. The midfielder offers something on both sides of the ball, but doesn't have the creativity of Mathias Jensen or the defensive capability of Christian Norgaard. Janelt will continue to see big minutes but might not fill too many categories in those minutes.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Onyeka - Appears off bench Onyeka generated two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Onyeka made his second appearance in a row, both coming off the bench as he comes back from a leg injury. The midfielder will now have the international break to get fully fit and put himself in contention for more minutes. Even when fit in 2022-23 Onyeka often found himself coming off the bench, with just eight starts in 21 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Schade - Busy in draw Schade recorded two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Schade got the start for the third match in a row and created a pair of chances during Saturday's draw. The forward has taken over the starting role on the left wing and has produced some high danger chances. Schade has one goal during the opening four matches, and has had chances for more than that, while also drawing five fouls.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Norgaard - Creates two chances Norgaard registered two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Norgaard has grown into the season and showed an all-action performance during Saturday's draw. The midfielder isn't likely to do too much creatively, but offers plenty on both sides of the ball and has played every minutes in the final two matches before the international break.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yoane Wissa - Three shots in draw Wissa recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Wissa has opened the season in strong form with two goals in four matches before the break. The only minor concern is that both of those goals came in the first two matches and he hasn't a shot on goal since. Wissa will hope to find that goal-scoring touch once more after the international break, though if he struggles furth Keane Lewis-Potter could see a run in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Collins - Delivers an assist Collins created an assist in Saturday's 2-2 tie with AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Collins appeared in the game late on Saturday when he replaced Ben Mee after 81. He delivered the vital assist for the Bees equalizing goal scored by Bryan Mbeumo. The young Irishman joined Brentford in July from Wolves, this was the first match that he started from the bench and hopefully his contribution will re-secure his starting position for their next against Newcastle.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Scores first of season Jensen scored from his only shot-on-target. He also placed four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw with AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Jensen scored on Saturday from an impressive direct free kick that Bournemouth keeper, Neto, pushed away but was correctly judged to have crossed the goal line. The play shows how dangerous the Danish international can be from set pieces, he also placed two accurate crosses to help build other opportunities. He was subbed after 81 for Kristoffer Ajer. From four appearances this was his first strike of the season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Snatches late equalizer Mbeumo placed two shots, scoring with his one on-target effort. He also completed 10 crosses (five accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw with AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Mbeumo was active down Brentford's attacking right flank on Saturday developing opportunities through five accurate crosses into the penalty area. He managed to secure the Bees a point by scoring a late equalizer in the 93rd minute. Mbeumo is the team's choice penalty taker, he has now scored four this season with two of these coming from spot kicks.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Concedes two in draw Flekken completed three saves and conceded two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw with AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Flekken saved three of the five shots he faced on-target on Saturday. The Dutchman has been a solid addition to the Bees defense, they have not lost a game that he has played in since joining them from SC Freiburg in the summer. He will likely have a tougher test in Brentford's next against Newcastle at St James' park. The Magpies have lost their last three and will be hungry to make amends in front of their home fans. From four appearances he has conceded five (1.3 per game), completed 13 saves (3.3 per game, 72 percent) and produced one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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