Can high-spirited Magpies build on domestic success or will the Bees continue their away winning streak?
Newcastle vs Brentford Premier League Prediction Match Details
Premier League action continues on Wednesday night as Newcastle United will welcome Brentford to St James Park. Can high-spirited Magpies build on domestic success or will the Bees continue their away winning streak?
Alexander Isak has scored every time he has faced Brentford in the Premier League and could matchup versus Yoane Wissa. This could be a great head-to-head.
Newcastle Preview & Form
Newcastle United will come into this game after breaking their long awaited trophy drought by beating Liverpool 2-1 at the Wembley Stadium in the EFL Carabao Cup final, thanks to Dan Burn's first-half header and Alexander Isak's second-half strike. Eddie Howe’s side will now have their focus on a top-four finish this season as the Toon Army find themselves striving in the race for European qualification next season. Before their Carabao Cup victory, the Magpies claimed a 1-0 victory over West Ham United at London Stadium, thanks to an outstanding performance from Bruno Guimeraes. Currently, Eddie Howe’s side sits sixth in the Premier League standings with 47 points from 28 games, two points behind the top four.
Eddie Howe’s side are in good form at home this season in the league, having won five of their last seven home games in the Premier League. It is worth noting that each of the Magpies' last eight Premier League games have resulted in a high-scoring outcome.
Brentford Preview & Form
Brentford will also arrive at St James Park on the back of an impressive 2-1 victory over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium to end a two-match winless run in the league. The Bees will be hoping to get back on track in their pursuit of European competitions next season, and a win in this match would propel them to a good place. The Bees are in good scoring form having scored at least a goal in four of their last five league matches. Currently, they sit 11th in the Premier League standings with 41 points from 29 games, six points shy of the top six.
Thomas Frank's side are enjoying a good form in their recent away games, having won each of their last five away games and being unbeaten in the last six matches.
Newcastle vs Brentford Predicted Lineups
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says Anthony Gordon is "feeling quite good" although he is yet to train after picking up an injury on England international duty.
Newcastle: Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Díaz; Jota.
Brentford: M. Flekken (GK), K. Ajer, N. Collins, E. Pinnock, K. Lewis-Potter, C. Norgaard, V. Janelt, B. Mbeumo, M. Damsgaard, K. Schade, Y. Wissa
Newcastle vs Brentford Match Stats
Newcastle
Conceded 2 goals or more in each of their last 3 home matches.
20 consecutive matches without a draw.
Brentford
Haven't lost in their previous 6 away matches.
66% of matches had over 2.5
Won their last 5 away matches.
Undefeated in their last 6 away matches.
Newcastle vs Brentford H2H Record (Last Five Games)
In their last five Premier League encounters, Newcastle United and Brentford have delivered a series of competitive matches:
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December 7, 2024: Brentford secured a 4-2 victory at home, marking their first Premier League win against Newcastle.
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May 19, 2024: Newcastle triumphed 4-2 at Brentford's ground on the final day of the season.
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September 16, 2023: Newcastle edged out Brentford with a 1-0 win at St James' Park.
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April 8, 2023: Newcastle came from behind to win 2-1 at Brentford.
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October 8, 2022: Newcastle dominated with a 5-1 victory over Brentford at home.
Overall, Newcastle has won four of these last five league meetings, while Brentford has secured one victory.
Newcastle vs Brentford Prediction Betting Tips
Newcastle United are the favorites in this game, having won the last two home fixtures against Brentford. We also banked the game a high result in this game.
Bet:
- Newcastle United to Win
- Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5
- A. Isak to Score at Anytime
