Preview & Prediction: Brentford FC vs Newcastle United FC

The upcoming clash between Brentford FC and Newcastle United FC on 19th May 2024 in Premier League seems set for an interesting showdown. Reflecting on their last encounter, Newcastle United nudged a victory with a scoreline of 2-1 over Brentford. In the recent histories of their meetings, eight times to be precise, Newcastle holds the upper hand with 6 victories contrasted to Brentford’s single win, the remaining match ended in a deadlock.

Brentford’s home form this season has been disappointing, similarly, Newcastle’s away performance has also been less than satisfactory. An intriguing stat to note is that the games between these two sides have witnessed an average of 3.25 goals, and ‘Both Teams to Score’ (BTTS) has occurred 63% of the time.

Analyzing this season’s Premier League performance, Brentford, on home turf, averages 1.22 points per game. On the contrary, Newcastle, away from home, averages somewhat less at 0.94 points per game. This data sets the stage for a crucial match where both teams will be striving to improve their current form.

Insights

• The match between Brentford FC and Newcastle United FC will take place on 19th May 2024 in the Premier League.
• Their most recent match ended in Newcastle United’s favour with a score of Brentford 1 – 2 Newcastle United.
• Historical data shows that Brentford and Newcastle United have met 8 times in the last several seasons.
• Of these 8 encounters, Brentford has won once, Newcastle United secured 6 victories, whereas 1 match resulted in a draw.
• Brentford’s performance at home has not been impressive, mirroring Newcastle United’s poor performance during away games.
• The average number of goals in the previous matches between the two teams is 3.25.
• Both Teams To Score (BTTS) has occurred in 63% of the times when Brentford and Newcastle United have faced off.
• Brentford, in this Premier League season, have managed an average of 1.22 Points Per Game at home.
• Conversely, Newcastle United have averaged 0.94 Points Per Game in their away matches this season.

Match Forecast

• Brentford’s strength in attacking down the wings and their tendency to play with width could pose problems for Newcastle who are weak in stopping opponents from creating chances.
• Newcastle’s weakness in defending against skillful players and counter-attacks can be exploited by Brentford’s strong shooting from direct free kicks and set pieces.
• The match could see a high number of long balls and crosses from Brentford side as it aligns with their play style.
• Newcastle’s strong ability in creating chances using through balls might pose a challenge for Brentford that tend to play in their own half and are weak in keeping possession.
• Brentford’s weakness in defending attacks down the wings might be exploited by Newcastle United who attack strongly through the middle.
• Possibility of Newcastle scoring via through balls is high as Brentford has a tendency to lose possession and Newcastle is very strong at creating scoring chances using through balls.
• As opponents usually play aggressively against Newcastle and considering Brentford’s strength in aerial duels, we might see a high number of fouls leading to free kicks favoring Brentford.
• Considering both teams’ weaknesses in defending counter attacks, the match is likely to see a lot of back-and-forth action.
• Newcastle United’s consistent first eleven might have a better understanding and coordination, posing a threat to Brentford’s defense which is weak against skillful players.
• Brentford might struggle to guard their lead if they go ahead early, as protecting the lead is listed as one of their weaknesses.

Match Facts

• In their previous eight encounters, Brentford FC has only managed to secure a victory once, while they tied one match and Newcastle United emerged victorious six times. The goals are tilted 18-8 in Newcastle United’s favor.
• In the previous season, Newcastle United swept both matches against Brentford FC, finishing 5-1 at home and 2-1 when away.
• Interesting to know, Brentford FC’s 24% of their total goals come between the 76th and 90th minutes.
• Similarly, Newcastle United also scores 23% of their goals within the same time frame – between the 76th and 90th minutes.
• Brentford FC has managed to avoid defeat in their last five home games.
• However, Brentford FC has not won any of their recent four matches against Newcastle United.
• In this Premier League season, Brentford FC has failed to score in three out of their eighteen home matches.
• Meanwhile, Newcastle United has not managed to score in five of their seventeen away games in the current Premier League season.
• Brentford FC’s home record for this season stands at 5 Wins, 7 Draws, and 6 Losses.
• Brentford FC’s leading scorer is Yoane Wissa with 11 goals, while Alexander Isak tops Newcastle United’s score sheet with 20 goals.
• Last year, Brentford FC held the 9th position on the table with 56 points; however, their current position is 16th with a total of 39 points.
• Brentford FC has a 21% win rate for the first half of their matches, while Newcastle United has a higher rate at 37%.
• Newcastle United was the victor of their last match against Brentford FC.
• In their last encounter, Newcastle United claimed victory with a one-goal lead.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Brentford FC typically wins 50% of their games. On the other hand, Newcastle United wins 71% of their matches when leading 0-1 away.
• If Brentford FC is down by 0-1 at home, they only secure a win in 10% of those matches. Similarly, Newcastle United manages to win only 12% of the time when down by 1-0 away.
• Newcastle United has maintained a strong record against Brentford FC, having not lost a single match in their last five encounters across all competitions.
• Out of their last five matches, Newcastle United has won four times against Brentford FC, with one match ending in a draw.
• In their last five Premier League face-offs, Newcastle United has not lost a single game to Brentford FC, while Brentford FC hasn’t won a single game against Newcastle United.
• On average, Brentford FC scores roughly 1 goal per match against Newcastle United, who manage to net 2.6 goals against Brentford FC.
• On average, the encounters between these two teams see 3.6 goals being scored. The first half of their matches averages 1.8 goals.
• When playing at home, Brentford FC tend to score 1.26 goals on average, whereas Newcastle United averages 1.61 goals when they play as the away team.