Brentford defender Benjamin Arthur has reflected on a memorable start to the 2025/26 season - one that saw him make his competitive senior debut in the EFL Cup victory over Aston Villa, which

Follow build-up to seven Premier League matches, including Aston Villa v Burnley, Everton v Crystal Palace, Newcastle v Nottingham Forest, Wolves v Brighton, with live text updates and reaction.

Away from the FA Cup there was only one league fixture played, with Fleet Town thrashing Woodley United 7-0 at the aptly named Easy As HGV Stadium. Although Fleet Town are level on six points with Reading, the Royals remain fourth in the league, with a better goal difference and two games in hand over the Hampshire team.

Manchester City finished the weekend fifth in the Premier League table following Sunday’s 1–0 win over Brentford, marking Pep Guardiola’s 250th win in England’s top flight since arriving in 2016.

Anthony: As soon as I saw the line-up was a defensive back five, I knew it was the wrong approach to a side like Man City. Surely the age-old saying that attack is the best form of defence is the best way, just as Thomas Frank did against Man City more than once.

Brentford and Manchester City will play in the 7th round of the 2025/26 Premier League season this Sunday, October 05.

Preview the matchup between Manchester City and Brentford FC with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

Just the one change for Brentford from their win over Manchester United. Kristoffer Ajer comes in for Dango Ouattara. Igor Thiago starts with the aim of continuing his brilliant goalscoring run. Brentford XI: Kelleher,

Eddie Howe's side make the long trip to the capital to face the Bees at the Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday, 9th November (kick-off 2pm GMT) and following consultation with Newcastle United season