Brentford vs Newcastle Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction

Brentford will be seeking a swift return to winning ways after last weekend’s (2-0) defeat to Crystal Palace. Their loss at Selhurst Park highlighted a definite area for concern as manager Keith Andrews will be aiming to arrest his team’s poor form on their travels following their fourth loss in five away matches.

However, on home soil, the Bees have been swarming opponents with intensity and stinging their visitors with sharp performances. Impressively tallying 10 points from five matches against the likes of Aston Villa, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool, while suffering a narrow loss to Manchester City.

Brentford left the City Ground empty-handed on the opening weekend, losing (3-1) to Nottingham Forest with striker Igor Thiago scoring a consolation goal from the penalty spot.

The Bees showed character during a hard-fought (1-0) victory over Aston Villa in their first home game of the 2025/26 Premier League season, with club-record signing Dango Ouattara announcing himself to the fans at the Brentford Community Stadium in style.

Brentford’s success in the EFL Cup can’t be easily overlooked with the Bees set to take on Manchester City in the quarter-finals after securing wins over Bournemouth (2-0), Aston Villa (4-2 on penalties), and giant-killers Grimsby Town (0-5).

Manager Keith Andrews will be most disappointed by their (2-1) loss to newly-promoted Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. Although Brentford gave a better account of themselves against Chelsea after stealing a share of the spoils (2-2), in extra time, thanks to the inspired substitution of Fabio Carvalho.

However, the Bees’ woes continued away from home, succumbing to a (3-1) defeat at Craven Cottage against Fulham. Igor Thiago earned the Man of the Match award during Brentford’s magnificent (3-1) victory over Manchester United, with the Brazilian striker netting a brace.

An early Erling Haaland goal sunk Brentford’s hopes when Manchester City came to town, inflicting their only loss (0-1) on home soil this campaign. Brentford bounced back with their only victory on enemy territory after goals by Igor Thiago and Mathias Jensen stifled West Ham United (0-2) at the London Stadium.

The Bees’ most impressive showing this season was grinding out a thrilling (3-2) win over defending champions Liverpool, with Dango Ouattara, Kevin Schade, and Igor Thiago’s goals deciding the high-octane end-to-end encounter.

Brentford were humbled in their last clash against Crystal Palace (2-0), unable to penetrate the Eagles’ well-drilled backline despite a promising late onslaught. That bitter defeat served as a timely reminder to Keith Andrews’ men that consistency is key to remaining in the top half of the Premier League standings.

Following their high-profile midweek UEFA Champions League clash with Athletic Bilbao, Newcastle United switch their attention back to Premier League commitments, where the Magpies desperately require an upturn in form after losing two of their last three league games.

The most worrying sign for manager Eddie Howe will be his side’s horrible away form, being one of four clubs that are yet to claim a victory on their travels (along with the bottom three). Newcastle struggled to gain momentum at the beginning of the season, going winless from their opening three matches.

After their goalless draw with Aston Villa, the Magpies were edged out (2-3) in a five-goal thriller against Liverpool at St. James’ Park. An away trip to Elland Road resulted in another goalless stalemate with newly-promoted Leeds United.

New-signing Nick Woltemade scored the deciding goal against Wolves (1-0) as Newcastle claimed their much-awaited first league victory. A third consecutive away game was met by yet another goalless draw when Newcastle made the trip to Bournemouth.

Woltemade handed Newcastle the lead against title-challenging Arsenal, before the Gunners came from behind to snatch (1-2) victory, very similar to the Magpies’ game against Liverpool, capitulating during the final stages of the match.

Newcastle returned to winning ways with a comfortable (2-0) win over Nottingham Forest, with Bruno Guimaraes and Woltemade finding the back of the net. However, their woes continued on the road as Brighton (2-1) claimed maximum points at the Amex Stadium, despite Woltemade scoring in his third successive league match.

Bruno Guimaraes scored the dramatic 90th-minute winning goal against Fulham (2-1), sending fans at St. James’ Park into a frenzy. At last, there was a sense of optimism for Eddie Howe and his men, clinching the victory in the dying moments after surrendering their advantage against Liverpool and Arsenal.

Newcastle were surprised by a new-look West Ham United (3-1), recently rejuvenated under the guidance of manager Nuno Espirito Santo, away at the London Stadium. That loss left Newcastle struggling for consistency, exposing vulnerabilities defensively and in attack.
Howe faces a tough task, attempting to stabilize his squad while juggling European and league duties. The Magpies must find rhythm quickly if they are to challenge for a top-five position in the Premier League.