Brentford and Wolves meet again for the second time in almost a fortnight as the two face off Gtech Community Stadium in the FA Cup.
It was only on December 27 that Gary O'Neil's side cruised to a 4-1 victory in West London. A brace from Hwang Hee-Chan and a goal from Mario Lemina gave them a two-goal lead at half-time after Yoanne Wissa's effort following a two-minute salvo reduced the deficit but Jeanricner Bellegarde ensured an emphatic victory for Wolves.
The two teams have been paired together in an all-Premier League third round FA Cup tie, to be played at the same venue. It's likely that the two XI's will look a lot different to what it was at Christmas and that rotation is to happen from both managers.
Enforced changes are in the offing as both clubs have had been affected after players were called up for international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations and the Asia Cup. The international tournaments take place from January to February, unlike UEFA EURO 2024 which is in Germany, and takes place this summer.
Pedro Neto has recently returned from injury and that's a major boost. He's got eight assists and one goal in 11 games, and could be tipped for a start against Brentford. Neto was amongst the subs against Brentford but failed to come on and then in the 3-0 win against Everton he had a 10 minute cameo.
Wolves have a clean bill of health whilst Brentford have been one of the worst affected teams when it comes to injuries this season. Here's the latest injury and team news ahead of Brentford v Wolves in the FA Cup.
17. Aaron Hickey - out
Suffered a hamstring injury in training in mid-November, and won't return until mid-January | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
18. Aaron Hickey and Kevin Schade - out (continued)
Thomas Frank said on December 29: "Aaron Hickey and Kevin Schade 'are not in the picture for the next month.' | AFP via Getty Images
19. Ivan Toney - out
He is still serving an FA ban for betting breaches. His suspension is almost over but it comes too soon for the FA Cup tie. | Getty Images
20. Ivan Toney - out (continued)
Thomas Frank said: "To get Ivan back will be like signing an unbelievably good Premier League striker,” he said. “Ivan is training very well on and off the pitch and he’s looking forward to finally contributing to the team. “I see at least the same determination and willpower to want to train well and be ready to play. Maybe a tiny more, in terms of wanting to come back and be at his best. It is only positive.” | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images