Brentford Football Club has unveiled its initial pre-season schedule, confirming two challenging fixtures against prominent European clubs ahead of the 2026/27 Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League campaign. The Bees are set to face French Ligue 1Competition·Ligue 1 side Stade Rennais and German BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga outfit Eintracht FrankfurtTeam·Eintracht Frankfurt, providing crucial tests before the domestic season commences.
The pre-season itinerary begins with a trip to France to take on Stade Rennais. The encounter is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, at Roazhon Park, with a 6pm local time kick-off. An earlier match between the two clubs will also take place at RennesTeam·Rennes' training centre on the same day, starting at 11am local time, with both fixtures open to supporters. Stade Rennais concluded their recent Ligue 1Competition·Ligue 1 season in sixth place, demonstrating their consistent performance in the French top flight. Their attacking prowess was highlighted by striker Esteban LepaulPlayer·Esteban Lepaul, who was named the division's top goalscorer with 21 league goals.
Following their visit to France, Brentford will host Eintracht FrankfurtTeam·Eintracht Frankfurt at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, August 15. This home fixture offers supporters an early opportunity to see the squad in action against a formidable opponent. Eintracht FrankfurtTeam·Eintracht Frankfurt finished eighth in the BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga this past season and notably participated in the league phase of the Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League, underscoring their pedigree on the European stage.
These fixtures are strategically important for Brentford as they fine-tune their squad and tactics against high-calibre opposition from two of Europe's leading leagues. Such matches provide an invaluable opportunity for players to regain match fitness, integrate new signings, and for the coaching staff to assess various tactical approaches. The club also plans a private training camp in Portugal this summer, though no matches are scheduled during that period.
Information regarding ticket sales for both the home and away pre-season friendlies, including sales windows, is expected to be announced in the week commencing Monday, June 22. Fans eager to witness Brentford's preparations for the upcoming season will be keen to secure their places for these compelling European clashes.
Esteban Lepaul playing for Rennes, one of Brentford's pre-season opponents. (Buzzi/IMAGO)
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