Brentford Team News Page 32 - Soccer

Bryan Mbeumo - Scores in season opener Mbeumo scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Mbeumo scored a penalty in Sunday's opening match, as he beat Guglielmo Vicario in the 27th minute. It was one of the three shots (two on target) he took in the match, to go with four crosses (one accurate) and two corners. With regular starter Ivan Toney out with a long-term suspension, Mbeumo will be relied upon for goals throughout the first half of the season.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Concedes twice in debut Flekken made four saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Flekken made his debut for Brentford Sunday and conceded two goals versus one of the league's most prolific attack. He conceded both in the first half, one off a powerful header following a corner and another outside the box strike by Emerson Royal. He faces a slightly easier matchup Saturday at Fulham, a side which scored once in the first match versus Everton.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Mathias Jensen - Forced off in second half Jensen was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Tottenham with an injury.

Impact Jensen was forced off in the 49th minute being replaced by Mikkel Damsgaard. More information about the extent of the midfielder's injury should be available following the match.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Mee - Out with knock Mee is not in the match day squad to face Tottenham on Sunday due to a minor injury.

Impact The extent of injury wasn't revealed, but manager Thomas Frank expectes the center back to return as soon as next week. Nathan Collins, Ethan Pinnock and Kristoffer Ajer lineup in a back three for Brentford on Sunday.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Starting as expected Mbeumo is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Mbeumo returns as expected from a leg injury to help lead the line for Brentford on Sunday. A partnership with Yoan Wissa looks to be on tap for Sunday's match as Mbeumo will be the main attacking threat for Brentford with Ivan Toney suspended.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Onyeka - Out against Spurs Onyeka is not in the match day squad to face Tottenham on Sunday.

Impact Onyeka misses out on Sunday's season opener with a leg injury suffered in preseason. The midfielder was a late fitness test, so could be ready to return as soon as nexst week against Fulham.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Norgaard - In contention Sunday Norgaard is in contention to play during Sunday's Premier League opener against Tottenham, manager Thomas Frank confirmed.

Impact Norgaard has been active in friendlies after suffering a season-ending Achilles injury to close out 2022-23. The midfielder would be a crucial part of the first team if deemed fit enough to start, though it seems more likely than not he finds his way onto the bench Sunday.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Onyeka - Facing late fitness test Onyeka (leg) will face a late fitness test before Sunday's clash with Tottenham, Brentford announced.

Impact Onyeka is set for a late fitness test as he works his way back from a leg injury. There's no guarantee the midfielder will be fit and even when available he isn't a major piece of the starting XI, having made just eight starts in 2022-23.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Set for start Sunday Mbeumo (leg) will be in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Tottenham, Brentford announced.

Impact Mbeumo was expected to return Sunday and is now deemed fit enough for the start. With Ivan Toney dealing with a long-term suspension Mbeumo is the top option to lead the attack as he builds off a career year in 2022-23, where he contributed to 17 goals.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya - Set for transfer Raya will not be available for Sunday's clash with Tottenham as he awaits a transfer to Arsenal, according to manager Thomas Frank."I expect [David Raya's] deal will be completed w...

Impact Raya will not be an option for Sunday's Premier League opener, guaranteeing the starting job for new signing Mark Flekken. Raya is set to make the move to North London where he will compete with Aaron Ramsdale for the starting job behind one of the best defenses in the Premier League.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Arsenal fans: Do Mikel Arteta's side need David Raya, and would he be No 1? As reported by The Athletic, Arsenal have now reached an agreement with Brentford for the signing of goalkeeper David Raya. Raya is expected...

AUGUST 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Arsenal reach transfer agreement for David Raya Arsenal have reached an agreement with Brentford for the signing of goalkeeper David Raya. The north London club have agreed to pay in the r...

AUGUST 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Brentford make offer of around €30m for Fiorentina's Gonzalez Brentford have made an offer of around €30million (£25.9m) offer for Fiorentina winger Nico Gonzalez. Thomas Frank’s side are seeking attack...

AUGUST 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Frank Onyeka - Signs new Brentford deal Onyeka signed a new, four-year deal with Brentford, keeping him at the club until 2027.

Impact Onyeka has hadn't a major role in his two seasons with the club, but he's still a valuable bench piece and probably would've seen more pitch time last season if it weren't for injury. More starts may be in his future, but he has just 20 combined over the last two campaigns since joining from Midtjylland.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Onyeka - Positive update on injury Onyeka (leg) should be ready for the start of the Premier League season after being forced to subbed off during Saturday's 0-0 preseason draw versus Lillie, according to manager Th...

Impact Onyeka suffered from a leg cramp that forced him off Saturday, however looks to be that it is not too serious and should be available for the opening of the Premier League season against Tottenham on Aug 13. He is expected to have another bench role, making only eight starts in 21 appearances during the 2022/23 campaign, recording just two assists in that span.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Should be ready for opener Mbeumo (leg) was forced to sub off during Saturday's 0-0 preseason draw to Lillie. "It was a dead leg for Bryan, so that's why we subbed him off early. We're not taking any risks"...

Impact Mbeumo was lucky to avoid a major injury as he was subbed off during Saturday's friendly match with a dead leg. He is set to be assessed this week, but is expected to be ready for the opening of the Premier League season against Tottenham on Aug 13. The forward had his best EPL season in 2022/23, recording nine goals and eight assists in 38 matches.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Aaron Pressley - Back with Bees Pressley returned to Brentford following the conclusion of his loan to Accrington Stanley.

Impact Pressley returned to Brentford for a pre-season tour of the United States after spending 2022-23 on loan. The forward will hope to build on 27 appearances on loan, where he totaled eight goals and one assist in all competitions.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Myles Peart-Harris - Back in pre-season Peart-Harris returned to Brentford following the conclusion of his loan to Forest Green Rovers.

Impact Peart-Harris spent the 2022-23 campaign on loan in League One with Forest Green Rovers, playing a major role in the midfield. He's now back with Brentford, where he will hope to earn some sort of role in the first team during pre-season.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ellery Balcombe - Back in pre-season Balcombe returned from his loan to Bristol Rovers and is with Brentford for pre-season.

Impact Balcombe spent the second half of 2022-23 on loan with Bristol Rovers and has now returned to Brentford. The goalkeeper is a candidate for another loan as he is unlikely to compete with Mark Flekken for a first team role.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keane Lewis-Potter - Taking part in preseason training Lewis-Potter (knee) participated in preseason training with the club Wednesday.

Impact Lewis-Potter was set for a two-month absence following knee surgery back in March and wasn't able to get back onto the pitch before the end of the 2022-23 campaign. With his knee issues seemingly behind him, the forward will look to push for a larger role this season after starting just three of his 10 contests this past season and being an unused substitute for nine matches.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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