Brentford Team News Page 70 - Soccer

Vitaly Janelt - Back in starting XI Janelt (abdomen) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Janelt wasn't mentioned in Thomas Frank's press conference and it looks like he's good to go Saturday despite not being an option midweek. Given the bevy of options in the midfield, he's no longer guaranteed for full 90s and even then, he plays more defensive than the other two midfielders.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eriksen excited to prove he can play after cardiac arrest

Christian Eriksen says he has no anxiety about playing his first match on Monday since a cardiac arrest last June while playing for Denmark in the European Championship

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Christian Eriksen: Taking one day at a time Christian Eriksen says he is hoping to prove he can still play football at the top level at his new club Brentford.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • SKY.COM

Christian Eriksen - Remains unavailable versus Palace Eriksen (not injury related) continues to step up his recovery but won't be available versus Crystal Palace on Saturday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "He is training well....

Impact Eriksen hasn't played competitively since June 12 when he suffered a cardiac event during a Euro 2020 match. At this point, the midfielder should probably still be considered out indefinitely but the opportunity to play in a friendly Monday could open the door for him to eventually make his return to the pitch.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Facing late-fitness test Toney (calf) is questionable ahead of Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Ivan Toney did some very light bits today and will be assessed in...

Impact Toney has scored goals in back-to-back appearances and has put five efforts on target in his previous four outings. If the forward is cleared to play, he figures to offer solid top-half fantasy value and the focal point of the Brentford attack.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

David Raya - Concedes two in loss Raya conceded two goals and made five saves during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Raya returned in the 4-1 loss to Everton in the FA Cup and again suffered defeat in his first match back in the EPL since Oct. 24, 2021. With his side suffering five consecutive defeats in the league as well as their elimination from the FA Cup, Raya will have to keep up his save count in order to maintain some value. Up next is a visit from Wilfried Zaha and Crystal Palace.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mads Roerslev Rasmussen - Concedes penalty in loss Roerslev created one chance and conceded four fouls, including one that ended up as a penalty, in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Roerslev has started in six of the last seven matches on the right wing but his production hasn't stayed consistent and most recently saw him give away a penalty by fouling Raheem Sterling. With another tough matchup against Wilfried Zaha and Crystal Palace, Roerslev needs to be careful not to accumulate too many bad fouls.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Canos - Creates one chance in loss Canos created one chance in 62 minutes of Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Canos has started in five of the last six matches but failed to put a shot on target in that time or complete a full 90. Now that Josh Dasilva has returned to the squad, Canos will need to be even better while he's still in the starting lineup. Up next is a visit from Crystal Palace, which have conceded 35 goals in 23 matches so far.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pelenda Da Silva - Logs 28 minutes off bench Dasilva played for 28 minutes of Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Brentford.

Impact Dasilva is getting back into match fitness after spending a year on the sidelines due to a hip injury. With how manager Thomas Frank has talked about his potential usage already, he could soon be seen in the starting lineup if he can turn around his side's five-match losing streak. Up next is a visit from Crystal Palace, which have conceded 35 goals in 23 matches this season.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Even with Frank's creative solutions, Brentford could not get close to City without Toney With Ivan Toney absent, Brentford struggled against City - and the match against Palace now takes on even greater importance.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Manchester City v. Brentford ' PREMIER LEAGUE HIGHLIGHTS ' 2/9/2022

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Riyad Mahrez and Kevin De Bruyne ease Manchester City to win over Brentford FREE TO WATCH: Highlights of Manchester City's win over Brentford in the Premier League.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • SKY.COM

Man City moves 12 points clear with 2-0 win over Brentford

Riyad Mahrez scored for the seventh straight game for Manchester City in its 2-0 win over Brentford that moved the Premier League champions into a 12-point lead

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vitaly Janelt - Out against Man City Janelt is not in the squad for Wednesday's match against Manchester City because of an abdominal issue.

Impact Things seem to have gotten harder for Brentford, as they're missing multiple regulars away to Man City. Janelt has 16 starts this season and while Frank Onyeka is a capable backup, it's a huge spot for him to come into the XI on short notice.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Out with minor calf issue Toney is not in the squad for Wednesday's match against Manchester City because of a minor calf issue.

Impact Toney misses out Wednesday, though his inclusion probably wouldn't change Brentford's effectiveness up front. In his place, Saman Ghoddos and Sergi Canos are starting, a rarity as Bryan Mbeumo is coming off the bench.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yoane Wissa - Back in team Wissa (COVID-19) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Wissa is available again and should appear at some point against Manchester City, as Ivan Toney isn't in the squad. No matter, Wissa will continue to be in his bench role, which has been the case the last few months

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - On bench Wednesday Mbeumo (COVID-19) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Mbeumo is back in the squad, but he's on the bench with Samman Ghoddos and Sergi Canos seemingly starting up front in a tough spot. With Ivan Toney out, Mbeumo could be the first option off the bench, though playing Man City isn't going to result in many opportunities.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Eriksen on Brentford move: I knew I'd play again days after incident Christian Eriksen has signed for Brentford on a six-month deal, making a remarkable return to the Premier League just seven months after suf...

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • SKY.COM

Tarique Fosu - Set for friendly minutes Fosu (hamstring) is set to feature in upcoming friendlies and with the U23s, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Tariqe has trained fully with the team this week. He needs to get s...

Impact Fosu is at least healthy, but that doesn't change anything in regard to his status with the senior team. He played in 41 matches in the Championship last season but doesn't have a role in the Premier League. He'll hope to gain some fitness in the coming month but playing time isn't expected.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Available against Man City Mbeumo (COVID-19) is available for Wednesday's trip to Manchester City, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact This was expected to be the case for Mbeumo, who tested positive for COVID-19 earlier last week. He's expected to return to his usual starting role, but in an almost impossible matchup, there's no reason to expect a ton of fantasy value Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Eriksen - Won't face Man City Eriksen won't face Manchester City on Wednesday and his situation will be taken day by day, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Eriksen hasn't played a real match in roughly seven months, so it's not surprising that Brentford will take their time with him. He could be available for upcoming matches, but it's unlikely he'll be pushed into the starting XI in his first couple games. For now, it wouldn't be surprising if he didn't start until after the next break.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Tests positive for COVID-19 Mbeumo tested positive for COVID-19 last week and could be available again Wednesday at Manchester City, reports Jay Harris of The Athletic.

Impact Mbeumo should be ready for Wednesday's match unless he doesn't feel right upon a return to training. But no matter who starts up front against Manchester City, it's probably not going to matter, especially since Brentford are coming off a 4-1 loss to Everton.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yoane Wissa - Tests positive for COVID-19 Wissa tested positive for COVID-19 last week and could be available again Wednesday at Manchester City, reports Jay Harris of The Athletic.

Impact Wissa would've gotten minutes and possibly a start Saturday, so his absence was unfortunate. He has just three league starts this season, but he's at least been coming off the bench in every match over the last three months.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Onyeka - Back with Brentford Onyeka (AFCON) stayed on the bench in Saturday's FA Cup loss.

Impact Onyeka is again an option for Brentford, but his playing time could be limited going forward despite getting two starts before leaving. When everyone is healthy, he's been on the bench and the recent return of Josh Dasilva could limit Onyeka's minutes even more.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Starts FA Cup loss Henry (head) started and went 83 minutes in Saturday's FA Cup loss.

Impact Henry was back from a head injury suffered just before the break, though that didn't change Brentford's luck. Assuming he's fully fit again, he should be ready for full 90s going forward, which was the case a good portion of the first half of the season. In 18 starts (19 appearances), he has two goals, seven shots and 40 crosses, somewhat dour numbers for a wing-back.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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