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Brentford 6/5 to beat Southend in Tuesdays EFL matchup

Tom Dunstan in Betting Tips and News 13 Aug 2018

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Competition: EFL Cup

Market: Brentford win

Odds: 6/5 @ Bet 365

With a newfound excitement around Griffin Park, Dean Smith’s Brentford side believe this could be in for a successful year for The Bees and they will kick off their EFL Cup campaign when they travel to League One side Southend United on Tuesday.

Starting with the hosts, it has been a difficult start to the new year for The Shrimpers. Now without a win since May, Southend will be even more down to know that on Tuesday night boss Chris Powell will be watching from the sidelines. After being sent off in his sides 1-1 draw with Plymouth last weekend, the former Charlton man could be in for a tough night in the stands. Now failing to win their last three matches at Roots Hall, it will be their defensive issues causing the most concern. Southend have now shipped six in their last three and will struggle against a high-flying Brentford side.

As for Smith’s side, after dominating for large spells away at pre-season favorites Stoke last weekend, one defensive error meant they left The Bet365 Stadium with a single point, but, their confidence will be high. Picking up a 5-1 win against Rotherham in their Championship opener, many have tipped Brentford to be playoff contenders come next year. One man in particular to watch for the vistors is forward Ollie Watkins, the 22-year-old has impressed and has already scored two in his first two.

Bet: Brentford to beat Southend in Tuesdays EFL matchup 6/5 @ Bet 365

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tom Dunstan


Formerly of The Independent, Tom has spent the past six years as one of our senior writers and betting experts. Alongside working with numerous publications from across the globe, Tom also graduated from the University of Falmouth in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Digital Media.
Spending almost the past decade working in countries such as Australia, New Zealand and Canada, he has also spent time featuring in sports radio. Tom can be followed on Instagram - @iamtomdunstan

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