Ladbrokes' football tip - Friday, September 18, 2026: Chelsea fail to beat Brentford

Ladbrokes' Premier League tip - Friday, September 18, 2026

Brentford to win or draw vs Chelsea

Brentford have made an encouraging start to the Premier League season, opening with a 3-0 win over Tottenham before drawing each of their next three matches.

The Bees have scored seven goals across their four league games, while their defensive record also strengthens the case for them avoiding defeat. They have conceded more than once in only one match and also have a clean sheet to their name.

Chelsea have carried a major attacking threat, but their defensive performances leave room for Brentford to make an impact. The Blues have conceded at least twice in every Premier League match this season, while their last two outings have produced a defeat to Arsenal and a draw with promoted Hull.

Brentford also appear the more settled of the two sides. Their established structure and organisation could be important against a Chelsea team adapting to considerable personnel changes, a new manager and the different system that he's trying to implement.

Recent meetings offer further encouragement. Brentford have lost only two of their last nine matches against Chelsea, with both of those defeats coming at Stamford Bridge. The Bees are also unbeaten in their last four home games against the Blues.

With home advantage, a settled side and a strong recent record in this fixture, Brentford to win or draw is our pick at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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