Fulham and Brentford in Epic Battle for Premier League Promotion
Fulham and Brentford, two of London's most historic clubs, are locked in a fierce battle for automatic promotion to the Premier League.
With just eight games remaining in the Championship season, Fulham currently hold a two-point lead over Brentford in the race for second place. Both teams have been in excellent form in recent weeks, and it is likely to go down to the wire. Fulham will be looking to return to the Premier League after a one-season absence, while Brentford are seeking promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history. The two clubs are separated by just three points with eight games to go, so it is all to play for.
Fulham have the advantage of experience, having played in the Premier League for 13 seasons.
They also have a number of players with Premier League experience, including former England international Tom Cairney. However, Brentford have been the more impressive team this season, and they will be confident of beating Fulham to the second automatic promotion spot. The Bees have won their last five games, and they have a number of exciting young players in their squad, including Said Benrahma and Ollie Watkins.
The race for automatic promotion is likely to go down to the final day of the season.
Fulham have a slightly easier run-in than Brentford, but the Bees will be confident of winning their remaining games. Whoever finishes second will be guaranteed a place in the Premier League, while the third-placed team will have to go through the play-offs. The play-offs are a lottery, so Fulham and Brentford will be desperate to avoid finishing in third place. The race for automatic promotion is one of the most exciting in recent memory, and it is sure to go down to the wire.
In the latest round of fixtures, Fulham beat Birmingham City 2-0, while Brentford drew 1-1 with Blackburn Rovers. Fulham's win moved them two points clear of Brentford, who have a game in hand. The two teams will meet in a crucial match at Craven Cottage on April 17th. The winner of that match will be in a strong position to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Here is a look at the remaining fixtures for Fulham and Brentford:
Fulham:
- Blackburn Rovers (A)
- Cardiff City (H)
- Preston North End (A)
- Brentford (H)
- Wigan Athletic (A)
- Barnsley (H)
- Sheffield Wednesday (A)
- Luton Town (H)
Brentford:
- Reading (H)
- Watford (A)
- Nottingham Forest (H)
- Fulham (A)
- Derby County (H)
- Stoke City (A)
- Barnsley (H)
- Preston North End (A)