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Scott Mason

Tue 17 March 2026 19:40, UK

Leeds United take on Brentford in the Premier League this weekend, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin will be looking forward to the fixture.

The Whites’ form has dipped in recent weeks, and it is no coincidence it has arrived with the Englishman’s drought in front of goal.

Leeds’ striker had the chance to find the net for the first time in five Premier League matches versus Crystal Palace when Daniel Farke’s side was awarded a penalty.

However, his poor form was ultimately summarised when the number nine struck the penalty wide of the post in Leeds’ draw against Crystal Palace.

Now, ahead of facing Brentford, the Peacocks’ striker may have more confidence based on his history against the Bees.

What is Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s record vs Brentford?

A win for Leeds this weekend would be huge in the race for survival, as both Nottingham Forest and Tottenham face each other.

If Farke’s side want to secure three points, they will be looking to rely on Calvert-Lewin to produce the goods, and he appears to love doing so against Brentford.

Throughout his career, the Englishman has faced the Bees on four occasions, and in those matches, he has netted three goals.

Two of those finishes arrived when contracted to Everton, but the third did come for the Whites this campaign.

The 29-year-old scored an 82nd-minute equaliser at the Gtech Community Stadium to give his side a draw.

Now, the Peacocks will be hoping to go one better this time around and seal all three points at Elland Road.

Leeds will have to do so with Jarred Gillett providing a bad omen, as the Australian has been appointed to officiate.

Why Daniel Farke will also feel confident against Brentford

It will not just be Calvert-Lewin that believes history could favour him, as Farke has an exceptional record against the Bees.

The German has played Brentford on nine occasions during his managerial career, and he has only ever lost once.

• Five wins
• Three draws
• One loss

That defeat arrived all the way back in 2017, when the current Leeds boss was in charge of Norwich.

Additionally, when it comes to picking up points against the London club, Farke has a points per game total of 2.00.

Overall, the signs are there for an excellent evening involving both the German and Calvert-Lewin. Hopefully history repeats itself.