The match between Newcastle United and Brentford at St. James' Park is poised to be an intriguing encounter in the Premier League. Newcastle, currently sixth in the league and fresh off a Carabao Cup victory, has experienced mixed results in recent home fixtures, winning only once in their last few attempts . Conversely, Brentford sits in 11th place but boasts a strong away form with three wins and a draw from their last five games. This context sets the stage for a competitive showdown.
With the international break and FA Cup quarter-finals now done, Premier League action resumes this week with Newcastle United taking on Brentford on Wednesday night at St. James’ Park. The Magpies are in sixth place in the league standings, while the Bees are 11th. Check out our match prediction below!
Newcastle United have enjoyed success in this fixture in recent years, having avoided defeat in their last six league matches against this opponent at St. James’ Park (W5 D1 L0). However, while Bretford failed to win any of their first six Premier League games against the Toons, they did come out on top in the reverse fixture 4-2 at the Gtech at the start of December last year.
Newcastle United won last time out by a 1-0 scoreline. It was on the road against West Ham United at London Stadium. Eddie Howe's side had 49% of possession and three shots on target, with Bruno Guimaraes getting the all-important goal in the 63rd minute.
Brentford have won their previous five road games. A 2-1 triumph recently occurred at Vitality Stadium when playing Bournemouth. The Bees had 41% possession and totalled four shots on goal, while Yoane Wissa and Christian Noergaard were both on target. Newcastle United possible starting lineup: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Barnes
Brentford possible starting lineup: Flekken; Ajer, Collins, Pinnock, Lewis-Potter; Norgaard, Janelt; Mbeumo, Damsgaard, Schade; Wissa
Recent encounters between these sides have been goal-laden, with 16 in the last three matches, including 10 this season. Brentford, victorious in the league earlier this term, lost to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup at St James' Park. A tight contest is anticipated on Wednesday.
After initial away struggles, Brentford have won their last five on the road and will be confident traveling north. However, they will face a fervent St James' Park crowd celebrating their recent Carabao Cup win.
Brentford aims to disrupt Newcastle's momentum but would likely settle for a draw.
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