Chelsea should start Danny Welbeck vs Brentford clash, the data speaks volumes
The Blues have only taken one point out of a potential six in their last two fixtures, with their 2-2 draw against Hull City being particularly humiliating.
Therefore, on Friday, a victory at the Gtech Community Stadium is a must, with three points having the potential to send the club up to third.
Now, if Xabi Alonso wants to achieve this, he must start Danny Welbeck for the clash.
The 35-year-old is yet to start a single Premier League match for Chelsea since his summer move from Brighton and Hove Albion.
However, his recent record against Brentford suggests that he will be key to a victory in the upcoming fixture.
Danny Welbeck has been a menace against Brentford in the past
While Welbeck has not started a match in the Premier League this season, he has been excellent in the Carabao Cup.
The striker has netted three times in two matches, including a brace in the 6-3 victory against Leeds United.
Now, Alonso should look to reward this form, especially given his recent record against the Bees.
In his last three appearances against Brentford, he has scored in each fixture, with two of the clashes ending in a victory.
Therefore, it just makes sense for Chelsea to give Welbeck a start as he will more than likely find the back of the net.
What is Chelsea’s recent record vs Brentford?
Chelsea have an excellent recent record against the Bees.
In their last five meetings, they are unbeaten, winning two of these clashes.
The last time Chelsea were defeated by Brentford was in October 2023 in a 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge.
In fact, the Blues have never lost at Brentford’s new ground in the six clashes they have had at the stadium.
However, each of the last four meetings at the Gtech Community Stadium has ended in draws, with Chelsea’s last win coming back in December 2021 in the Carabao Cup.
Nevertheless, it remains to be seen who will come out on top in the Premier League clash on Friday, with both teams desperate for a victory.