Brentford gears up to host Newcastle United

As Brentford gears up to host Newcastle United on the 7th of December 2024, fans can anticipate a thrilling Premier League clash based on historical performance and current form data. Though history favors Newcastle with 7 wins out of their last 9 encounters, Brentford boasts an excellent home form this season. With an impressive 2.71 points per game at home, the Bees will be a tough opponent for the Magpies, who have only averaged 1.29 points per game on their travels.

Despite Newcastle’s historical dominance, Brentford’s current home prowess suggests they are well-positioned to challenge their visitors. Matches between these two sides typically yield goals, averaging 3.56 per game, suggesting a high-scoring affair could be on the cards. Both teams have found the net in 67% of their past contests, making a BTTS (Both Teams to Score) bet a strong consideration.

In conclusion, while Newcastle’s historical advantage may tempt some to back the visitors, Brentford’s formidable home performance could tilt the scales in their favor. Expect a competitive match with likely goal-scoring from both sides.

Insights

• Newcastle United has historically been dominant over Brentford, winning 7 out of the last 9 encounters.
• Brentford has secured only 1 win against Newcastle United in their past 9 meetings.
• The teams tend to have high-scoring matches, with an average of 3.56 goals per match in their previous encounters.
• Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has occurred 67% of the time in past clashes between Brentford and Newcastle.
• Brentford is strong at home this season, with an average of 2.71 Points Per Game.
• Newcastle United’s away performance is moderate, averaging 1.29 Points Per Game this season.
• Brentford’s current excellent home form could be a significant factor against Newcastle’s average away form.
• Their last meeting ended with a narrow victory for Newcastle, winning 2-1 against Brentford.
• Consider betting options involving goals, as matches typically see multiple goals.
• Given historical performance, Newcastle has a psychological edge over Brentford.

Match Forecast

• Brentford will likely aim to exploit Newcastle’s weakness on the wings by attacking down their right side.
• Both teams struggle with ball possession, which may result in a game with frequent turnovers.
• Newcastle’s strong defense when leading could make it challenging for Brentford to make a comeback if they fall behind.
• Brentford might create scoring chances using through balls or aerial duels, testing Newcastle’s defense on those fronts.
• Newcastle’s vulnerabilities in finishing scoring chances might prevent clear goal-scoring opportunities.
• Expect Brentford to attempt long shots given their strength in creating those opportunities.
• Newcastle’s play style with width may collide with Brentford’s weak defense against wing attacks, potentially creating scoring opportunities for Newcastle from the flanks.
• Brentford could face challenges in stopping Newcastle from creating chances due to their very weak defensive capability.
• Newcastle’s occasional individual errors could provide Brentford with unexpected opportunities to capitalize on, especially after turnovers.
• The match could see fluctuating momentum, with Brentford’s solid ability to come back from losing positions.

Match Facts

• In the previous 5 encounters at Brentford’s home ground, the hosts have won once while Newcastle United have emerged victorious 4 times, with no draws. The goal tally stands at 10-5 in favor of Newcastle United.
• Over the last 9 clashes, Brentford has secured 1 win, drawn once, and lost to Newcastle United 7 times. The aggregate goal difference is 22-10, favoring Newcastle.
• Newcastle United triumphed in both games against Brentford last season, winning 1-0 at home and 4-2 away.
• Brentford FC is riding a wave with 4 consecutive home victories in the Premier League.
• Brentford FC notches up 27% of their goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
• Newcastle United scores 31% of their goals during the final 15 minutes (76-90 minutes).
• Brentford FC has achieved 5 successive home wins.
• Brentford FC remains unbeaten in their last 10 home fixtures.
• Brentford FC has failed to secure a victory in their last 5 encounters with Newcastle United.
• Brentford FC has scored in all but one of their 7 home matches in the Premier League season.
• Newcastle United has failed to score in just 1 of their 7 away Premier League games this season.
• Brentford FC has an impressive home record this season of 6 wins, 1 draw, and 0 losses.
• Kristoffer Ajer leads Brentford FC in yellow cards with 3, while Dan Burn has received 5 for Newcastle United.
• Brentford FC takes the lead in the first half in 35% of their games, whereas Newcastle United does so in 40% of theirs.
• The previous match’s victor was Newcastle United, who won by a 2-goal margin.
• Brentford FC wins 50% of matches when they lead 1-0 at home.
• Newcastle United successfully secures a win in 84% of away games when leading 1-0.
• If Brentford FC trails 0-1 at home, they manage a comeback in 50% of those matches.
• Newcastle United overturns a 1-0 deficit away only 12% of the time.
• Brentford FC exhibits superior performance in the Premier League compared to Newcastle United.
• Recent form over the last 5 games shows Brentford FC performing better than Newcastle United.
• Newcastle United has not lost any of their last 5 matches against Brentford in all competitions.
• In the last 5 encounters, Brentford FC hasn’t won, while Newcastle United has won all 5, with no draws.
• Newcastle United holds an undefeated record in their last 5 Premier League matches against Brentford FC.
• Brentford FC has not won any of their last 5 Premier League encounters with Newcastle United.
• On average, Brentford FC scores 0.8 goals per match against Newcastle United, who score 2.8 goals against Brentford.
• The average number of goals in matches between Brentford FC and Newcastle United is 3.6.
• On average, 1.6 goals are scored in the first half of games between Brentford FC and Newcastle United.
• Both teams failed to win their most recent Premier League match and neither scored.
• Brentford FC typically scores 2.05 goals at home, while Newcastle United averages 1.57 goals away.
• Newcastle United scores 29% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minutes.
• Newcastle United’s away record this season stands at 2 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses.
• A year ago, Newcastle United ranked 7th with 23 points but currently sits at 11th with 19 points.