Premier League Regular Season - 25
Newcastle 2 - 3 FT Brentford
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
24' S. Botman (Bruno Guimaraes)
V. Janelt (D. Ouattara) 37'
44' J. Murphy
I. Thiago 45'+2
HT
46' ↓ J. Murphy ↑N. Woltemade
46' ↓ J. Willock ↑A. Elanga
↓ J. Henderson ↑Y. Yarmolyuk 56'
65' ↓ Y. Wissa ↑W. Osula
I. Thiago 69'
79' Bruno Guimaraes
↓ K. Lewis-Potter ↑R. Donovan 80'
D. Ouattara (M. Jensen) 85'
↓ M. Jensen ↑M. Damsgaard 87'
87' ↓ K. Trippier ↑D. Burn
87' ↓ S. Tonali ↑J. Ramsey
V. Janelt 90'+1
90'+6 L. Hall
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Newcastle
Goalkeepers
Nick Pope 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kieran Trippier 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Malick Thiaw 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Sven Botman 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Lewis Hall 
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
5
Attempts
100%
Success %
Midfielders
Sandro Tonali
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Bruno Guimarães 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Joe Willock
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Jacob Murphy 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Yoane Wissa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Harvey Barnes
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
Aaron Ramsdale 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Dan Burn
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Murphy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leo Shahar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacob Ramsey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Elanga
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
William Osula
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nick Woltemade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Neave
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brentford
Goalkeepers
Caoimhin Kelleher 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Michael Kayode
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
Kristoffer Ajer 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Sepp van den Berg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rico Henry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Jordan Henderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Vitaly Janelt
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Dango Ouattara 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Mathias Jensen 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Keane Lewis-Potter
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Forwards
Igor Thiago
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Aaron Hickey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ethan Pinnock
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Collins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yehor Yarmolyuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
42
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mikkel Damsgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Romelle Donovan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reiss Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaye Furo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 | Brentford | 3 - 1 | Newcastle | Premier League | Brentford Community Stadium |
| 02/04/2025 | Newcastle | 2 - 1 | Brentford | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 18/12/2024 | Newcastle | 3 - 1 | Brentford | League Cup | St. James' Park |
| 07/12/2024 | Brentford | 4 - 2 | Newcastle | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 19/05/2024 | Brentford | 2 - 4 | Newcastle | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 16/09/2023 | Newcastle | 1 - 0 | Brentford | Premier League | St. James' Park |
Newcastle Win
Brentford Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 25 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +17
P: 25 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -3
P: 25 GD: -1
P: 25 GD: -3
P: 25 GD: +1
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -9
P: 25 GD: -13
P: 25 GD: -17
P: 25 GD: -24
League Standings
P: 30 GD: +37
P: 29 GD: +32
P: 29 GD: +11
P: 29 GD: +5
P: 29 GD: +19
P: 29 GD: +9
P: 29 GD: +4
P: 29 GD: +1
P: 29 GD: -2
P: 29 GD: -3
P: 29 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -1
P: 29 GD: +2
P: 28 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -11
P: 28 GD: -5
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -19
P: 29 GD: -26
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Bees Sting the Magpies in St. James' Park Thriller
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. Brentford's clinical counter-attacking efficiency overturned Newcastle's early advantage to secure a massive away win and climb the table.
The Magpies Take Flight Early
The atmosphere at St. James' Park was electric as Newcastle initiated a high-intensity press from the outset. Dominating the early exchanges, the hosts edged possession with 54% and peppered the visitors' goal with a barrage of shots. The breakthrough arrived in the 24th minute when Sven Botman rose highest to meet a pinpoint delivery from Bruno Guimarães, powering a header home to ignite the Gallowgate End. An Intensity rating of 13.1 reflected a match where neither side was willing to sit back, as Newcastle attempted 16 shots in total. Despite the pressure, the hosts could not find a second goal to kill the momentum, leaving the door ajar for a resilient visiting side.
Brentford's Midfield Masterclass
The narrative shifted dramatically before the interval as Brentford found their rhythm. Vitaly Janelt, who delivered a Man of the Match performance with an 8.9 rating, silenced the home crowd in the 37th minute with a clinical finish following good work from D. Ouattara. The momentum swung further toward the Bees just before halftime when a penalty was awarded. I. Thiago stepped up in stoppage time, coolly converting from the spot to give Brentford a shock lead. This swing contributed to a Balance score of 9.9, highlighting a contest where the lead changed hands five times. Newcastle’s inability to maintain their defensive structure during this critical window proved costly as the visitors took control.
A Dramatic Finale in the Northeast
Newcastle fought back in the second half, desperate to salvage points in front of their home support. Their persistence was rewarded in the 79th minute when Bruno Guimarães leveled the score from the penalty spot, seemingly setting the stage for a grandstand finish. However, the Upset Factor of 6.0 came to fruition just six minutes later. In the 85th minute, M. Jensen turned provider, sliding a pass to Ouattara who slotted home the winner. The 2-3 scoreline reflected a match where Brentford's clinical nature overcame Newcastle's volume of chances. This result leaves Newcastle languishing in 12th, while Brentford bolsters their European credentials, moving firmly into the top seven after a tactical masterclass on the road.
Key Questions
What made Vitaly Janelt the Man of the Match?
Janelt earned an 8.9 rating by scoring a crucial equalizer, making 2 key passes, and commanding the midfield throughout the match.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A combination of 26 total shots, 12 corners, and 2 penalties created a high-volume attacking game with 5 lead changes.
How dramatic was the late winner by Vitaly Janelt?
While Janelt was the star, the 85th-minute winner was actually scored by D. Ouattara, capping a stunning comeback victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
The Mid-Table Deadlock at St. James' Park
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. Identical on points and separated only by the thinnest of margins, this clash determines who seizes the momentum for a top-half finish.
The Setup
The Premier League table rarely produces such a symmetrical rivalry as the one currently shared by Newcastle and Brentford. Both sides sit on 33 points after 23 games, making this a classic mid-table crunch match. While the Stakes are not yet focused on European qualification, the psychological edge of breaking into the top nine is immense. The home side has found a rhythm in their recent Form, picking up three wins from their last five outings. At St. James' Park, the Magpies will look to their Stars to dictate the tempo, specifically Bruno Guimarães, whose vision remains the team's primary creative outlet. However, the visitors arrive with a dangerous attacking Balance, led by a striker who is currently scoring for fun.
Key Battle
The central narrative of this match lies in the duel between the midfield conductor and the predatory finisher. Bruno Guimarães is the heartbeat of the Tyneside operation, averaging a 7.9 rating and acting as the bridge between defense and attack. He will have his hands full monitoring the movements of Igor Thiago. The Brentford forward is the league's man of the moment, and if he manages to find space behind the Newcastle back line, the Balance of the match could shift rapidly toward the visitors.
Our Prediction
Expect a high-energy encounter where home advantage proves the marginal difference. While Brentford will threaten through the set-piece delivery of Vitaly Janelt, Newcastle's superior depth and the recent shot-stopping form of Nick Pope should see them through. A narrow victory for the Magpies is the likely outcome as they leverage the local atmosphere to ground the Bees in a tight contest.