Brentford vs Sheffield Wednesday predictions for this Carabao Cup affair. Brentford fans will hope for a more composed performance as they face Sheffield Wednesday in the EFL Cup last 16 at the Gtech Community Stadium on Tuesday. Read on for our free football predictions and betting tips.
EFL Cup | Round of 16 | Oct 29, 2024 at 8pm UK at Lner Community Stadium
Brentford vs Sheffield Wednesday Predictions
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Will Brentford’s Attacking Power Be Too Much for Sheffield Wednesday?
Best Odds Boost for this Match | |
- Goals, Goals, Goals: Brentford have averaged over 3.5 goals per game in their last eight matches, making their games at the Gtech Community Stadium a guaranteed thriller for neutrals.
- Leaky at the Back: Brentford have kept just one clean sheet in their last 11 matches in all competitions, further highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities despite their attacking strength.
- Wednesday’s Road Warrior Streak: Sheffield Wednesday have secured five away victories this season, suggesting they have the resilience to trouble their hosts, even if a win seems unlikely.
Our Tips
West Brom to Win and Under 2.5 Goals | |
19/5 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning West Brom are favoured to win narrowly, likely 1-0 or 2-0, relying on defensive solidity and Coventry’s away struggles. Maja and Grant could capitalise, while goals are expected to be limited. | |
West Brom 1-0 | |
13/2 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning West Brom’s efficient home form and Coventry’s limited attack suggest a low-scoring game, likely settled by one goal. West Brom’s discipline and Coventry’s inconsistencies favour a narrow home victory. |
The stage is set for what promises to be a high-energy clash in the EFL Cup’s last-16, as Brentford welcome Sheffield Wednesday to the Gtech Community Stadium. The Bees will be buoyant after their thrilling 4-3 Premier League win against Ipswich Town, a game that showcased their attacking firepower and, let’s be honest, their defensive frailties. On the other hand, Sheffield Wednesday will arrive with momentum of their own after grinding out a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Portsmouth. Both sides have shown resilience, but the big question remains: can the Championship underdogs pull off an upset in West London?
Despite both teams coming off strong results, the gap in quality and depth between these two sides is significant. Brentford, a solid mid-table Premier League team, are facing a Sheffield Wednesday side still trying to find consistency in the Championship. The contrasting fortunes of these clubs will undoubtedly be a key talking point ahead of the match, but Sheffield Wednesday will need more than grit to hold off the attacking threats Brentford possess. With their home fans roaring them on, it’s hard to look past Brentford as the overwhelming favourites to progress.
Best Bet: Brentford to Win and Both Teams to Score
Given the contrasting form of the two teams and the dynamics of their recent performances, the best bet for this match would be Brentford to win, but with both teams finding the back of the net. Why? Well, if there’s one thing that has been constant at the Gtech Community Stadium, it’s goals—loads of them. Brentford’s 4-3 thriller against Ipswich was no anomaly; in fact, it was part of a larger trend that has seen goals flying in at both ends of the pitch.
Brentford’s ability to score has been frightening this season, with Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa stepping up to fill the void left by Ivan Toney’s absence. Mbeumo, in particular, has been exceptional, scoring eight goals already, placing him right behind Erling Haaland in the race for the Premier League’s Golden Boot. But while Brentford’s attack has been prolific, their defence has been far from watertight. Conceding 18 goals in nine Premier League matches speaks volumes about their vulnerabilities at the back.
Sheffield Wednesday, on the other hand, have shown they are no slouches on the road, having won five away matches already this season, including impressive wins against Coventry and Portsmouth. Their success away from home suggests they could cause Brentford problems, especially if Brentford’s defence is caught napping. However, it’s hard to see them keeping the Premier League side at bay for the full 90 minutes, especially given Brentford’s scoring prowess.
This combination of attacking brilliance and defensive lapses from Brentford, alongside Sheffield Wednesday’s away form, makes it highly likely that both teams will score in this one. But let’s be realistic—Brentford’s superior quality should ultimately see them through to the quarter-finals.
“Brentford have been a goal machine at home, but their defence has more holes than a sieve. Expect goals at both ends, but the Bees should have too much firepower for Wednesday.”
– BettingTips4You.com expert, Graham Hartshorn
Correct Score Prediction: Brentford 3-1 Sheffield Wednesday
If we’re tipping Brentford to win and both teams to score, a 3-1 scoreline seems like the most fitting prediction. Brentford’s recent games have been goal-heavy, and this match should follow the same pattern. The Bees have managed to net an average of two goals per game in the Premier League, and against a Championship defence, that number could easily rise. Moreover, Sheffield Wednesday’s record of conceding 1.5 goals per game in the Championship doesn’t inspire confidence in their ability to keep the scoreline respectable.
While Sheffield Wednesday are likely to nick a goal—perhaps through Josh Windass, their top scorer this season—Brentford’s attacking power should prove too much for them in the end. Expect Mbeumo and Wissa to have a hand in the goals, even if they start on the bench, as Brentford will likely rotate their squad slightly for this cup tie.
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