Brentford are a top tactical team who are incredibly difficult to play against. They're similar to Chelsea in the sense that they press high with aggressive wingbacks but are also comfortable blocking space in a 5-3-2 and using their outlets. Their build-up isn't as good though.
Liverpool can exploit that build-up as they're a phenomenal pressing team and Brentford build play in a 2-1 (CB-CB; DM) type shape with drifting central midfielders either side with subpar technicians. Although Brentford are good Liverpool can exploit them in so many ways:
Brentford's build-up, when they go long from goal kicks & LFC win 2nd balls in midfield and exploit them in transition, when playing through their press, breaking down their low block, counter attacks after Brentford successfully mount an attack via winning a duel or playing out.
Also other factors such as set pieces which Liverpool are elite at again this season thanks to van Dijk and Matip.. Liverpool do it all and it's why they're the most complete team in the world.
Brentford will make it a battle, but Liverpool are far more likely to come out on top
Brentford will make it a battle, but Liverpool are far more likely to come out on top
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