On Thursday 17 September 2026, Brentford play Chelsea in the EPL. Our model likes one bet here. The one it likes most is Over 7.5 Total Corners, priced at -400 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

Brentford vs Chelsea: Over 7.5 Total Corners (-400)

Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing

When Brentford host Chelsea, expect a corner bonanza. Brentford’s last five home games have averaged a whopping 15.8 shots, leading to an impressive 2.4 corners per match. Meanwhile, Chelsea, renowned for their attacking prowess, has averaged 3 corners away in their last five outings. Both teams have shown an eagerness to press forward, with Brentford averaging 1.8 goals at home while limiting their opponents to just 0.6, which usually results in more attacking play and, consequently, corners. Chelsea, although inconsistent, managed to average 2.2 goals per game lately, suggesting they’ll keep Brentford on their toes. Given Brentford's recent form and Chelsea’s attacking nature, the total corners should soar beyond the 7.5 mark, making the ‘Over’ a smart play. Expect a lively affair where both teams' strategies lead to plenty of corner flags fluttering!

That is how our model reads Brentford v Chelsea. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.

Unlock the rest of this one

You're reading the free preview. One plan unlocks the full article and every pick we back — every league, every day.

Unlock the full article