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Brentford prepares for Chelsea clash, discusses player updates and morale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Brentford prepares for Chelsea clash, discusses player updates and morale

Summary

Brentford manager Keith Andrews addressed the media ahead of Friday's Premier League match against Chelsea at the Gtech Community Stadium. Key players Mathias Jensen, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, and Josh DaSilva are set to miss the game, while young striker Kaye Furo is recovering from surgery. Andrews praised Kevin Schade for his performance this season, which earned him a call-up to the Germany national team, and expressed confidence in Igor Thiago, last season's top scorer, despite his slow start this campaign. Andrews emphasized the positive atmosphere within the squad as they prepare for the derby.

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Status Watch

•Brentford faces Chelsea on Friday at 20:00 BST.
•Four players will miss the match, targeting returns after the international break.
•Andrews highlights Schade's development and Thiago's ongoing contributions.
•The team maintains a positive morale heading into the derby.

Latest Updates

2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andrews on 'special group', Schade's form and Chelsea

What they're saying

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Brentford boss Keith Andrews has been speaking to the media before Friday's Premier League game against Chelsea at The Gtech Community Stadium (20:00 BST). Mathias Jensen, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg and Josh DaSilva will miss the game but they are targeting a return after the international break, while there are no new injuries to report.
— Yahoo Sports

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