Brentford faced off against Chelsea Under-21s, ultimately losing 5-1 despite a stunning goal from Ethan Brierley. The match saw Brentford's early attempts thwarted by Chelsea's quick counterattacks, leading to Brentford conceding multiple goals, including two from Shumaira Mheuka. In a contrasting pre-season friendly against VfL Wolfsburg, Brentford delivered a thrilling performance, ending in a dramatic 4-4 draw, with goals from Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, Mathias Jensen, and Kevin Schade. Wolfsburg's Patrick Wimmer scored twice, showcasing the competitive nature of the encounter. Brentford's head coach, Thomas Frank, expressed optimism about their attacking play but acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly on defensive set-pieces. This match was Brentford's final pre-season outing before the start of the 2024/25 season.