Brentford FC vs Newcastle United FC: Lineups, Head-to-Head, and Match Preview

Lineups

Brentford FC

Newcastle United FC

Head-to-Head

Brentford and Newcastle have met a total of five times in all competitions, with Newcastle holding a slight edge with three wins to Brentford's two.

Overall Head-to-Head Record

Recent Form

Brentford have won two of their last three Premier League matches, while Newcastle have lost two of their last three.

Brentford Recent Form

Newcastle Recent Form

Match Preview

Brentford will be looking to build on their recent good form when they welcome Newcastle to the Brentford Community Stadium on Saturday. The Bees have won two of their last three Premier League matches, including a 5-2 victory over Leeds United last weekend.

Newcastle, on the other hand, will be hoping to bounce back from two consecutive defeats. The Magpies lost 2-0 to Liverpool at home last weekend, and they were also beaten 1-0 by Everton in the Carabao Cup in midweek.

The match is likely to be a close affair, with both teams in good form. Brentford will be looking to take advantage of their home crowd, while Newcastle will be looking to continue their impressive away record.

Key Battles

Bryan Mbeumo vs Sven Botman

Mbeumo has been in fine form for Brentford this season, scoring five goals in his last six Premier League appearances. He will be looking to add to his tally against a Newcastle defense that has conceded just six goals in their last seven matches.

Alexander Isak vs Ben Mee

Isak has yet to score in the Premier League for Newcastle, but he will be hoping to open his account against Brentford. He will face a tough test against Mee, who is one of the best defenders in the league.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Underestimating Brentford. Brentford are a good team, and they should not be underestimated. They have won two of their last three Premier League matches, and they have a good record against Newcastle.
• Overplaying the ball. Newcastle have a good defense, and they will be looking to make the most of any loose passes from Brentford. The Bees need to be careful not to overplay the ball and give Newcastle an opportunity to counterattack.
• Not taking your chances. Brentford will need to take their chances in this match. They have created plenty of opportunities in recent matches, but they have not always been clinical in front of goal.

FAQs

Who is the favorite to win the match?

Newcastle are the slight favorites to win the match, but it is likely to be a close affair.

What time does the match start?

The match starts at 3pm on Saturday, 25th February 2023.

Where can I watch the match?

The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK.

Call to Action

Make sure to tune in to the match on Saturday to see who comes out on top. It is sure to be a close and exciting affair.

Additional Information

Table 1: Brentford's Recent Form

Table 2: Newcastle's Recent Form

Table 3: Brentford vs Newcastle Head-to-Head Record