Western Mail

SWANSEA CITY V BRENTFORD, 7.45PM

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Is it on TV?

Yes, the match will be shown live on Sky Sports Football via the red button. Coverage begins at 7:40pm, five minutes before kick-off.

Day Passes for all Sky Sports channels on Now TV are available at £9.99. The pass lasts for 24 hours once you’ve activated it, and you can do so at any time, even a few minutes before the game.

You can also watch on SwansTV, with their coverage starting at 7:15pm. Alternativ­ely, you can follow live updates on our Swansea City page from 5pm.

What is the latest team news?

Aldo Kalulu remains sidelined with the ankle injury he sustained during the win over Preston in August. The Swans are also sweating on the fitness of Joe Rodon.

What has Steve Cooper said on Brentford?

“They’re a footballin­g team and they’ve got a clear style and identity,” said Cooper.

“I wasn’t here, but we had three good games against them last year. The games in a lot of ways were even although the results went our way.

“It’s got the makings of a good football match. I think there will be a real intent from both teams to dominate with the ball.

“It’s as simple as, be as good as you can when you haven’t got the ball to get it back and then when you have try and exploit where you can win the game. We’re looking forward to it.”

What are the latest betting odds?

Swansea City win 13/8 Draw 12/5 Brentford win 17/10 (Odds courtesy of The Pools, correct at time of publishing)

Who is the referee?

Gavin Ward will take charge of proceeding­s. The Surrey official was the man in the middle for the Swans’ home win against Bolton last term while he also refereed the FA Cup third round triumph over Aston Villa in January and the home defeat to Bristol City.

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