Arsenal v Brentford

Here’s a detailed look at the history between Arsenal and Brentford ahead of their Premier League meeting on Wednesday, 3 December 2025 at Emirates Stadium (8 pm)

Head-to-Head Overview

• Overall (across all competitions): 22 meetings – Arsenal 10 wins, Brentford 6 wins, 6 draws

• Since Brentford’s 2021 promotion: 10 Premier League/League Cup encounters – Arsenal won 7, Brentford won 1, and 2 matches ended in draws (17 goals for Arsenal, 8 for Brentford)

Date	Venue	Competition	Result	Score
13 Aug 2021	Gtech Community	Premier League	Brentford 2–0 Arsenal	Brentford win
19 Feb 2022	Emirates Stadium	Premier League	Arsenal 2–1 Brentford	Arsenal win
18 Sep 2022	Gtech Community	Premier League	Brentford 0–3 Arsenal	Arsenal win
11 Feb 2023	Emirates Stadium	Premier League	Arsenal 1–1 Brentford	Draw
27 Sep 2023	Gtech Community	League Cup	Brentford 0–1 Arsenal	Arsenal win
25 Nov 2023	Gtech Community	Premier League	Brentford 0–1 Arsenal	Arsenal win
9 Mar 2024	Emirates Stadium	Premier League	Arsenal 2–1 Brentford	Arsenal win
1 Jan 2025	Gtech Community	Premier League	Brentford 1–3 Arsenal	Arsenal win
12 Apr 2025	Emirates Stadium	Premier League	Arsenal 1–1 Brentford	Draw

Historical Context

• Their rivalry dates back to the 1930s in the old First Division, but was dormant until the 2018 League Cup—Arsenal won 3–1

• Previous eras in the 1930s saw Brentford often having the upper hand with several away victories

Form Insights Pre-Dec 2025

• In the last 10 encounters, Arsenal have claimed 70% of the results (7 wins), with Brentford securing just one victory

• Matches between the sides typically produce 2.5 goals per game, averaging 17 goals for Arsenal and 8 for Brentford over those 10 meetings

Matchday Perspectives

• Arsenal have dominated recent clashes at the Emirates, narrowly edged another tight game last April.

• Brentford’s one victory in the recent era was a statement win at home in August 2021.

• Recent draws (Feb 2023 and Apr 2025) highlight Brentford’s resilience, especially in tight fixtures at Emirates.

What to Watch This Time

• Home advantage: Arsenal have largely controlled Emirates matches, winning big in 2022 & 2024.

• Brentford’s disruptive potential: Their January 2025 win showed they’re no pushovers away.

• Tight encounters: Last two drew 1–1, so tactical, tight battles seem likely again.

In short, heading into 3 December 2025, Arsenal are the historically dominant side, especially at home, but Brentford have shown they can compete fiercely and even upset the odds. Expect another competitive fixture at the Emirates!