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A crucial Thursday night London derby unfolds at the Gtech Community Stadium as seventh-place Brentford test the mettle of league leaders Arsenal. This essential data guide provides the vital statistics and team trends for the Week 26 encounter in west London.
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Clean Sheets
Shots Per Game
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- Home Strength: Brentford are undefeated in 7 of their previous 8 matches at the Gtech Community Stadium.
- Defensive Wall: Arsenal have secured 21 clean sheets this season, the highest in the division.
- Thursday Quirk: Arsenal have failed to score in their last three Thursday night league matches.
- Midfield Control: Declan Rice averages 1.4 shots per game and holds a season rating of 7.35.
- Leading Threats: Igor Thiago has hit 17 league goals for the hosts, while Viktor Gyökeres leads the Gunners with 8.
Data trends suggest strong scoring potential for both sides given Brentford’s home dominance and Arsenal’s relentless attacking volume.
For the full tactical breakdown and expert projections, visit our detailed match analysis page.
Get full Brentford vs Arsenal match analysis hereWhen is the Brentford vs Arsenal kick-off?
The match begins at 20:00 GMT on Thursday, 12 February 2026, at the Gtech Community Stadium.
What is a ‘Both Teams to Score’ (BTTS) market?
The BTTS market is a wager on whether both teams will score at least one goal each. Based on Brentford’s scoring rate at home and Arsenal’s 15.28 shots per game, this is a key trend to watch.
How do the teams compare in league position?
Arsenal arrive as league leaders (1st) with 56 points, while Brentford currently sit in 7th place with 39 points.
Who are the top scorers for each side?
Igor Thiago leads Brentford with 17 league goals, while Viktor Gyökeres is Arsenal’s top scorer with 8 goals this term.
What is the 1X2 market?
The 1X2 market is the standard selection for a home win (1), draw (X), or away win (2). Arsenal are currently favored as the away side.
Which team has kept more clean sheets?
Arsenal have the superior defensive record with 21 clean sheets this season compared to 9 for Brentford.
What are the common scorelines for this matchup?
Recent data and defensive steel suggest narrow scorelines, with 1-2 or 0-1 being frequent outcomes in high-pressure away games for the leaders.
Where can I find full match analysis?
You can find full match analysis, including detailed tactical projections, by clicking the match analysis button in our summary box above.
