Boreham Wood vs Brentford predictions for this friendly pre-season game that will be played on Wednesday with the Bees that are starting their preseason campaign. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Boreham Wood vs Brentford Predictions
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A Riveting Midweek Showdown: Brentford’s Duel with Boreham Wood Beckons
Key Stats
– Boreham Wood faced a hefty 4-1 defeat in their recent friendly against West Ham United.
– Brentford have spent a club-record £23m on defensive acquisitions this summer.
As Brentford Football Club gears up for the 2023-24 Premier League season, their journey begins with a Wednesday evening warm-up match against Boreham Wood. Thomas Frank’s team, well-prepared for the imminent Premier League Summer Series, have this friendly set in their sight. Their opponents, meanwhile, have the challenging task of bouncing back from a 4-1 thrashing by West Ham United, with only 48 hours of rest at their disposal.
Boreham Wood: A Tough Journey
For Boreham Wood, the journey continues in the fifth tier of English football for the ninth consecutive year. The team, under the tutelage of Luke Garrard, delivered a commendable goalless draw against Watford in their first summer friendly on July 5. However, the Europa Conference League victors, West Ham United, proved a much sterner test, with Garrard’s men faltering to a 4-1 defeat.
Goals from Danny Ings, Jarrod Bowen, Kamarai Simon-Swyer, and Gideon Kodua overwhelmed Boreham Wood. Still, a final-minute long-range goal from left-back Femi Ilesanmi salvaged some pride for the home team.
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Upcoming Challenges for Boreham Wood
With a scant 24-hour rest period, Boreham Wood brace themselves for yet another formidable Premier League challenge. However, their schedule takes a kinder turn after this, with exhibition matches lined up against lower-division sides Bishop’s Stortford, Winchgate & Finchley, and Potters Bar Town.
This lighter period should provide Garrard’s side with a breather before they head north for their inaugural 2023-24 National League fixture against Gateshead, just three months post their top-six finish and a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Notts County in the playoff semi-finals.
Brentford’s Impeccable Rise
On the other side, Brentford’s phenomenal rise under Frank has been nothing short of a fairy tale. Having secured their Premier League status in their debut campaign, Brentford maintained their impressive stride, keeping the fans at the edge of their seats until the last day of matchday 38. Despite their star striker Ivan Toney receiving an eight-month ban for multiple infringements of FA’s betting rules, Brentford displayed admirable resilience. Their 1-0 victory over Manchester City, completing an unforgettable double over the Premier League champions, was a testament to their exceptional performance. Brentford ended their campaign with a respectable ninth-placed finish and 59 points.
Brentford’s Preparations for a Stellar Season
Even though Brentford have already made notable signings this summer for another shot at continental football, they are also preparing to take on Villa, Fulham, and Brighton & Hove Albion across the Atlantic in the Premier League Summer Series. With Ligue 1 giant Lille visiting the Gtech Community Stadium on August 5, Brentford are gearing up for an exciting season opener against Tottenham Hotspur, a much-awaited London derby.
Predictions and Analysis
Despite a tight schedule, Boreham Wood are expected to rotate their squad, with new recruits Timmy Abraham, Angelo Balanta, Mo Sagaf, and Tom Whelan potentially playing a crucial role. However, facing the mighty Brentford, who have boosted their defence with the £23m addition of Nathan Collins and signings of Kim Ji-soo and Mark Flekken, Boreham Wood’s performance against West Ham suggests a challenging encounter lies ahead.
Potential Over 3.5 Goals Scoreline
Brentford’s offensive lineup may be slightly off balance with Toney serving his ban and new recruit Kevin Schade from Freiburg stepping in to fill the void. However, this does not dampen our predictions of an Over 3.5 Goals scoreline. Considering Brentford’s strong finish last season with five wins in their final six matches and the new additions to the team, this prediction carries weight.
Likelihood of a 3-0 Brentford Victory
Interestingly, a 3-0 victory in favour of Brentford seems like a likely outcome in the correct score market. Given the robust defense Brentford boasts and Boreham Wood’s recent struggles and significantly weaker quality, this prediction looks particularly valuable.
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