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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Chelsea and Brentford is set for 17.01.2026 at 15:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Chelsea, currently sitting 8 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Brentford, positioned 5, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Chelsea
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.09.2025, finishing Brentford 2-2 Chelsea.
Chelsea Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Chelsea squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Chelsea lineup today or Chelsea starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Chelsea home performances:
Date Event Score 07.01.2026 Fulham vs Chelsea 2 - 1 04.01.2026 Manchester City vs Chelsea 1 - 1 30.12.2025 Chelsea vs Bournemouth 2 - 2
Brentford Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Brentford have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 5
- Recent head-to-head record: Brentford 2-2 Chelsea
- Wins this season over Chelsea: 3
Recent away match stats for Brentford:
Date Event Score 07.01.2026 Brentford vs Sunderland 3 - 0 04.01.2026 Everton vs Brentford 2 - 4 01.01.2026 Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur 0 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 10.01.2026, odds point to Chelsea as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Chelsea and Brentford lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
