Arsenal v Brentford Tickets | Emirates Stadium
The Gunners versus the Bees is an exciting London derby for the fans of these teams, but also for neutral football supporters. It's a matchup between title-chasing Arsenal and the impressive underdog Brentford, who have established themselves as a Premier League force. In order to do so, they collected quality players. Book your Arsenal v Brentford tickets for this match securely online! Experience the atmosphere at one of England's finest modern stadiums.
Experience one of London's most entertaining fixtures as Arsenal welcome Brentford to Emirates Stadium. This modern London derby brings together contrasting styles - Arsenal's title ambitions meeting Brentford's statistical innovation and fearless approach.
Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, have re-emerged as genuine title contenders after years in the wilderness. The Gunners finished second in the Premier League in 2022-23 and 2023-24, pushing Manchester City to the final day both seasons. With world-class talent including Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and William Saliba, Arsenal play attractive, possession-based football enhanced by their dominance from set-pieces. The Emirates Stadium, opened in 2006, provides a platform for Arsenal's ambitions to reclaim the Premier League crown they last won in 2003-04's Invincible season.
Brentford, under Thomas Frank, have been one of the Premier League's most remarkable success stories. Since promotion in 2021, the Bees have defied expectations with their data-driven approach and fearless attacking play. Playing at the modern Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford combine statistical innovation with quality players like Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, and Ivan Toney. Their shock 2-0 victory over Arsenal on their Premier League debut in 2021 announced their arrival, and they've continued to trouble the bigger clubs.
Recent meetings: Competitive encounters
April 2025 - Late draw denies Arsenal
Arsenal were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw at home to Brentford on April 12, 2025, despite dominating possession. Thomas Partey put Arsenal ahead in the 61st minute following excellent work from Declan Rice on the counter-attack. However, Yoane Wissa equalized with a brilliant hooked finish in the 74th minute from Michael Kayode's dinked cross. Arsenal finished with ten men after Jorginho hobbled off injured after they'd used all substitutions, and couldn't find a late winner despite Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard entering from the bench.
January 2025 - Arsenal comeback victory
Arsenal made a perfect start to 2025 with a 3-1 comeback victory at the Gtech Community Stadium on New Year's Day. Bryan Mbeumo gave Brentford a shock 13th-minute lead, finishing inside David Raya's near post against his former club. Gabriel Jesus equalized before half-time, heading in after Thomas Partey's shot was spilled. Two goals in three minutes early in the second half secured victory - Mikel Merino fired home from close range after another set-piece routine, before Gabriel Martinelli brilliantly netted Arsenal's third.
March 2024 - Havertz's late winner
Kai Havertz came off the bench to head a late winner at the Gtech Community Stadium on March 9, 2024, securing a crucial 1-0 victory for Arsenal. The Germany international's headed finish from Bukayo Saka's cross helped Arsenal climb top of the table above Manchester City and Liverpool in the title race.
November 2023 - Another narrow away win
Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Brentford on November 25, 2023. In what proved to be a tightly contested affair, the Gunners' persistence paid off with a single goal providing the margin of victory at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Complete head-to-head record
All-time meetings across all competitions
Arsenal and Brentford have a long history dating back to 1902, though their meetings have been sporadic due to spending most of their histories in different divisions. The fixture was revived with Brentford's promotion to the Premier League in 2021.
Overall Record (22 meetings across all competitions since 1902):
- Arsenal wins: 13
- Draws: 3
- Brentford wins: 6
Premier League Record (8 meetings since 2021):
- Arsenal wins: 5
- Draws: 2
- Brentford wins: 1
Notable facts:
- Arsenal are unbeaten at home to Brentford in the Premier League (5 wins, 2 draws)
- Arsenal have won their last 5 away fixtures at Brentford
- Brentford's only Premier League win came in their debut match: a historic 2-0 victory in August 2021
- Arsenal have scored 9 Premier League goals from corners this season (2024-25), the most of any side
- Arsenal have never lost at home to Brentford since the Bees' promotion
- The fixture dates back to 1902 when they first met in the FA Cup
Historical context
Early encounters: Arsenal and Brentford first met in December 1902 in an FA Cup tie that ended 1-1 before Arsenal won the replay 5-0. During the 1930s, both clubs were in the top flight together for a brief period. Brentford's biggest victory came in April 1938 when they defeated Arsenal 3-0 at Griffin Park during Brentford's strong spell in the First Division. Arsenal legend Ted Drake was knocked unconscious in that match and played on with stitches, in an era before concussion protocols.
The modern rivalry: The fixture was dormant for 74 years with Brentford spending decades in the lower divisions before their promotion to the Premier League in 2021. The revival of this London derby has created compelling matches, with Brentford proving themselves capable of troubling even the Premier League's elite. Arsenal's home dominance contrasts with Brentford's ability to make life difficult for the Gunners, particularly at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Memorable matches
August 2021 - Brentford's stunning debut: Brentford's first-ever Premier League match became one of the most memorable nights in the club's history. Opening night at the newly-completed Brentford Community Stadium on August 13, 2021, saw the Bees defeat Arsenal 2-0 with goals from Sergi Canós and Christian Nørgaard. The euphoric atmosphere, with fans celebrating to "Hey Jude," announced Brentford's arrival in the top flight. Mikel Arteta admitted, "I don't think we deserved anything different," while Thomas Frank praised the 10/10 atmosphere. Ivan Toney's post-match tweet - "Nice kick about with the boys" - became iconic, later used by Arteta as motivation.
April 1938 - Griffin Park humiliation: Brentford achieved their record 3-0 victory over Arsenal on April 18, 1938, at Griffin Park. David McCulloch, Brentford's talismanic forward, opened the scoring as the Bees dominated. Arsenal's Ted Drake suffered a head injury collision with goalkeeper Joe Crozier, was stitched up and forced to play on in an era without substitutes or proper concussion protocols, stumbling through the match as Arsenal were comprehensively beaten.
September 2022 - Vieira's stunner: Arsenal produced a dominant 3-0 away victory at the Gtech Community Stadium on September 18, 2022. The highlight was Fabio Vieira's stunning long-range volley, one of the goals of the season, as Arsenal showcased their quality in a comprehensive win during their title challenge.
February 2023 - Controversial VAR equalizer: Arsenal drew 1-1 at home on February 11, 2023, in a match marred by VAR controversy. Lee Mason, the VAR official, forgot to check whether Christian Nørgaard was offside when he equalized for Brentford. He wasn't, but the oversight led to Mason leaving the PGMOL. The error cost Arsenal two points in their eventual title race collapse.
Key players to watch
Arsenal's star performers
Bukayo Saka: Arsenal's dynamic winger has established himself as one of the Premier League's finest players. His pace, dribbling ability, and end product make him Arsenal's most dangerous attacking weapon. Saka's combination play with Martin Ødegaard down the right flank creates Arsenal's most potent threat. His consistency at such a young age marks him as one of English football's brightest talents.
Martin Ødegaard: Arsenal's captain and creative heartbeat, the Norwegian playmaker orchestrates everything Arsenal do in attack. His vision, passing range, and ability to arrive late in the box make him indispensable. Ødegaard's set-piece delivery has become a crucial weapon, with Arsenal dominating from corners under his delivery and Arteta's coaching.
Gabriel Jesus: The Brazilian forward has rediscovered his best form, scoring six goals in four matches across all competitions heading into 2025. His movement, pressing, and link-up play make Arsenal's attack function, while his goalscoring provides the cutting edge Arteta's side needs. Jesus's ability to drop deep and create space for runners makes him perfect for Arsenal's system.
Declan Rice: England's midfielder provides the foundation for Arsenal's play. His ball-winning ability, progressive passing, and tactical intelligence make him Arsenal's most important midfielder. Rice's 16 goal involvements (7 goals, 9 assists) in 44 games in 2024-25 represents his best return in a single campaign.
William Saliba: The French center-back has emerged as one of the Premier League's best defenders. His pace, reading of the game, and composure on the ball make him Arsenal's defensive leader. Saliba's partnership with Gabriel Magalhães provides Arsenal with the solid foundation their title challenge requires.
Brentford's key men
Bryan Mbeumo: The Cameroonian forward has been Brentford's talisman, particularly lethal at home. With 11 Premier League goals in the 2024-25 season (9 at the Gtech Community Stadium), Mbeumo has established himself as one of the league's most underrated attackers. His ability to cut inside and finish with his left foot makes him Brentford's primary goal threat.
Yoane Wissa: The DR Congo international striker provides Brentford with movement, pace, and goals. His 15 league goals in the 2024-25 season demonstrate his importance to Thomas Frank's side. Wissa's ability to create chances and finish in tight spaces makes him a constant threat, as shown by his equalizer against Arsenal in April 2025.
Ivan Toney: When available, the English striker is Brentford's focal point. His hold-up play, penalty-taking, and leadership make him invaluable. Toney's famous social media jibe at Arsenal after Brentford's opening night victory encapsulated his confident personality. His ability to trouble the Premier League's best defenses makes him crucial to Brentford's plans.
David Raya: The Spanish goalkeeper's performances for Brentford earned him a move to Arsenal, where he's become first-choice. Returning to face his former club creates added narrative and motivation. Raya's shot-stopping ability and distribution revolutionized Brentford's playing style during his time with the Bees.
Christian Nørgaard: The Danish midfielder captains Brentford and embodies their work ethic and tactical discipline. His ability to break up play, win aerial duels, and provide leadership makes him essential. Nørgaard's goal in Brentford's famous 2-0 win over Arsenal cemented his place in Brentford folklore.
Venue: Emirates Stadium
Arsenal's modern fortress
Emirates Stadium has been Arsenal's home since 2006, replacing the beloved Highbury after 93 years. With a capacity of 60,704, it stands as one of England's largest club stadiums - only Old Trafford, the Etihad, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Anfield, and the London Stadium are larger. Designed by HOK Sport (now Populous), the stadium's distinctive curved design creates an imposing presence in North London.
Arsenal explored relocating in 1997 after Islington Council denied planning permission to expand Highbury. After considering purchasing Wembley Stadium, the club bought an industrial estate at Ashburton Grove in 2000. Construction began in 2004, and the stadium opened on July 23, 2006, with a testimonial for Dennis Bergkamp. The total cost reached £390 million, funded partly by a sponsorship deal with Emirates Airlines giving the stadium its name.
The stadium opened officially on October 26, 2006, by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Queen Elizabeth II, originally scheduled to preside, couldn't attend due to health issues. As a gesture, she invited Arsenal's chairman, manager, and players to afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace in February 2007 - the first such event involving a football club.
Design and features
The Emirates Stadium's bowl design ensures excellent sightlines from all 60,704 seats. The pitch measures 105 by 68 meters - the widest in the Premier League - giving Arsenal's attacking players maximum space. The stadium features 152 executive suites and extensive club-level seating, generating matchday revenue comparable to what Arsenal earned from the entire Highbury stadium.
Since 2009, Arsenal have undertaken an "Arsenalisation" program to strengthen the stadium's identity. White seats arranged in patterns display the club's iconic cannon logo opposite the entry tunnel. Eight pieces of artwork adorning the exterior celebrate Arsenal's history: Victoria Concordia Crescit, Remember Who You Are, Invincible, Come To See The Arsenal, Eighteen Eighty-Six, We All Follow The Arsenal, Future Brilliance, and Found a Place Where We Belong.
The famous Highbury clock was transported from the old stadium and installed at Emirates' south end using a 25-ton crane in a nine-hour operation. Arsenal's museum, previously in Highbury's North Bank stand, now occupies the Northern Triangle building north of the stadium. Three statues of club legends - Herbert Chapman, Thierry Henry, and Tony Adams - were unveiled in December 2011 for Arsenal's 125th anniversary.
Atmosphere and capacity expansion
While initially criticized for lacking Highbury's intimacy, Emirates Stadium has developed its own atmosphere. The REDaction supporters group provides banners and flags hung before games, while a flag emblazoned with "49" - commemorating the Invincibles' unbeaten run - passes around the lower tier before matches.
Arsenal announced in October 2025 that they're exploring capacity expansion to 70,000-80,000 seats through changes to seating gradients and potential renovations. This would make Emirates the UK's largest football stadium, surpassing Old Trafford. The original architects Populous have been enlisted to improve hospitality offerings alongside any capacity increase.
Getting to Emirates Stadium
By Underground (Tube)
Arsenal Station (Piccadilly Line) is the most convenient, located directly next to the stadium. On matchdays, the station can become extremely crowded, and may operate as exit-only after matches.
Finsbury Park Station (Victoria and Piccadilly Lines) is approximately 10 minutes' walk from the stadium and offers a good alternative with better capacity.
Highbury & Islington Station (Victoria Line and London Overground) is also approximately 10 minutes' walk and provides excellent connections.
Holloway Road Station (Piccadilly Line) is closest on non-matchdays but closes pre-match and operates as exit-only afterward.
By train
Main line trains serve Finsbury Park and Highbury & Islington stations, both approximately 10 minutes' walk from the stadium. From King's Cross St Pancras, it's a 5-10 minute journey. During weekdays, trains also depart from Moorgate.
By bus
Numerous bus routes serve Emirates Stadium from all directions. Routes include: 4, 19, 29, 43, 91, 153, 236, 253, 254, 259, 263, 271, and 393. Bus stops are located on Holloway Road, Nag's Head, Blackstock Road, Highbury Corner, and Seven Sisters Road.
By car
Emirates Stadium is located at Highbury House, 75 Drayton Park, London, N5 1BU. Parking is extremely limited in the residential area surrounding the stadium, with controlled parking zones in operation on matchdays. The stadium is just over 2 miles from King's Cross St Pancras. Public transport is strongly recommended.
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Historical context
Arsenal's illustrious history
Arsenal Football Club were founded in 1886 as Dial Square by workers at the Royal Arsenal munitions factory in Woolwich, South East London. They became the first southern club admitted to the Football League in 1893. In 1913, the club controversially relocated to Highbury in North London, creating the fierce rivalry with Tottenham Hotspur that persists today.
Arsenal have won 13 league championships, including the historic 2003-04 "Invincibles" season when they went unbeaten in all 38 Premier League matches - a record that still stands. The club won three titles in five years under Arsène Wenger between 1998-2004, playing attractive, attacking football that earned them the nickname "The Arsenal."
The club's trophy cabinet includes 14 FA Cups (a record), 2 League Cups, and numerous other honors. Under Herbert Chapman in the 1930s, Arsenal dominated English football with innovative tactics and style. The Wenger era (1996-2018) brought 22 years of Champions League qualification and beautiful football, though the latter years saw Arsenal fall behind financially stronger rivals.
Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have re-emerged as title challengers, finishing second in consecutive seasons (2022-23, 2023-24) while pushing Manchester City to the wire. The move from Highbury to Emirates Stadium in 2006, though initially limiting Arsenal's spending, has positioned the club for long-term success with world-class infrastructure and financial sustainability.
Brentford's remarkable journey
Brentford Football Club were founded in 1889 and have spent most of their history in the lower divisions of English football. The club played at Griffin Park from 1904 to 2020 - one of English football's most characterful grounds, famous for having a pub on each corner.
Brentford's golden era came in the 1930s when they reached the top flight and competed against clubs like Arsenal. Their 3-0 victory over Arsenal in 1938 represented the peak of this period. However, the club soon fell into decline, spending 74 years away from the top division.
The transformation began with Matthew Benham's takeover and the implementation of data-driven recruitment and coaching. Under managers Mark Warburton, Dean Smith, and Thomas Frank, Brentford climbed from League One to the Premier League, earning promotion in 2020-21 via the playoffs.
Since their Premier League arrival in 2021, Brentford have defied expectations, finishing 13th, 9th, and establishing themselves as a solid mid-table side. Their new Gtech Community Stadium (capacity 17,250), opened in 2020, provides modern facilities while maintaining the intimate atmosphere of Griffin Park. The club's analytical approach to player recruitment has seen them develop and sell stars like Ollie Watkins, Saïd Benrahma, and Neal Maupay while remaining competitive.
A modern London derby
While Arsenal and Brentford's rivalry lacks the historic intensity of North London or other London derbies, their modern meetings have produced compelling football. The clubs represent contrasting approaches - Arsenal's financial might and history versus Brentford's statistical innovation and underdog mentality.
Brentford's stunning 2-0 victory in their Premier League debut immediately established them as more than just making up the numbers. Their fearless approach and ability to trouble Arsenal even in defeat has created an entertaining fixture. Arsenal's dominance at home contrasts with Brentford's competitive performances at the Gtech Community Stadium, making these fixtures unpredictable.
Frequently asked questions
What's the capacity of Emirates Stadium?
Emirates Stadium currently has a capacity of 60,704, making it one of England's largest club stadiums. Arsenal are exploring expansion to 70,000-80,000 seats to meet ticket demand and compete with rivals' matchday revenue.
Can Brentford fans buy tickets?
Yes, away tickets for Brentford supporters are available when offered by our sellers, clearly marked as away section seats. The away section at Emirates Stadium is located in the lower tier behind the south goal and can accommodate 3,000 to 9,000 away fans depending on the match.
When did Brentford last beat Arsenal?
Brentford last defeated Arsenal on August 13, 2021, in their first-ever Premier League match - a historic 2-0 victory at the Brentford Community Stadium on opening night. Sergi Canós and Christian Nørgaard scored the goals in front of an euphoric home crowd.
Are Arsenal unbeaten at home to Brentford?
Yes, Arsenal are unbeaten at home to Brentford in the Premier League era, with 5 wins and 2 draws in 7 Emirates Stadium meetings. Arsenal have also won their last 5 away fixtures at Brentford.
What is Arsenal's Emirates Stadium record?
Since moving to Emirates Stadium in 2006, Arsenal have played over 500 matches at the venue. The highest attendance came on November 2, 2019, when 60,383 watched Arsenal face Wolverhampton Wanderers. The stadium has also hosted international matches, concerts, and was used during the 2012 Olympic Games.
Book your Arsenal vs Brentford tickets today
Don't miss this exciting London derby between Arsenal and Brentford at the magnificent Emirates Stadium. This fixture offers compelling football between title-chasing Arsenal and a Brentford side that has proven themselves capable of troubling anyone in the Premier League.
Arsenal arrive with championship ambitions, world-class talent, and one of the league's most dominant home records. Mikel Arteta's side play attractive, possession-based football enhanced by their set-piece dominance, creating an entert

