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Brentford hosts Tottenham in EPL season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:09 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Brentford hosts Tottenham in EPL season opener

Summary

Brentford faces Tottenham in the opening match of the 2026-27 Premier League season at the Gtech Community Stadium. Tottenham, looking to improve after narrowly avoiding relegation last season, has made notable signings, including Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. Brentford, under manager Keith Andrews, had a strong previous campaign but seeks to regain consistency after a poor finish to the season. The match presents a significant opportunity for both teams as they aim to set a positive tone for the new season.

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By the Numbers

•Brentford missed European qualification by one point last season
•Tottenham had back-to-back 17th place finishes
•Tottenham made significant signings this summer
•Brentford aims for improved consistency in their campaign
•Spurs are unbeaten in five visits to Gtech Community Stadium

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6:09 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford v Tottenham: Key stats and talking points

What they're saying

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After a traumatic season in which they narrowly avoided relegation, Tottenham look to start 2026-27 in better fashion against a Brentford side that are looking to build on an excellent campaign under Keith Andrews. BBC Sport takes a look at some of the key themes going into their opening-weekend encounter. After back-to-back 17th place finishes, surely the only way is up for Tottenham, especially after the club loosened their purse strings in spectacular fashion this summer.
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