Premier League: Newcastle vs Brentford – Betting preview

Ace Football previews the Premier League round 30 match between Newcastle and Brentford and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.

Newcastle are in with a good chance of adding three nice points to their total in round 30 of the Premier League this coming Wednesday. They will be disappointed if they do not beat Brentford, whom they welcome on home soil at St James’ Park.

Ranked as number 6 in the Premier League standings, Newcastle, have so far collected 47 points this season, while Brentford collected 41 points. This puts them up as number 11 after 29 rounds.

Form: Newcastle vs Brentford

Newcastle Form

Their last three matches saw Newcastle drawing 1-1 with Brighton, before taking out West Ham by 0-1, and Liverpool by 1-2. Newcastle managed a strong return of four wins from their previous six matches on home soil in the Premier League. They drew none though, while losing twice in this series. They scored 16 goals and conceded nine times.

Brentford Form

In their last three matches, Brentford drew 1-1 with Everton, lost 0-1 against Aston Villa and beat Bournemouth 1-2. Brentford have been outstanding on their travels lately, winning five of their previous six away matches in the Premier League. They remained undefeated as they also drew once, while scoring 14 and conceding two goals.

Betting stats and facts for Newcastle and Brentford

Let’s have a look at some of the most interesting betting-relevant facts based on the stats from the last couple of matches that Newcastle and Brentford played across all tournaments.

Players on top: Newcastle vs Brentford

When looking for in-form players to find the target, there are some interesting names popping up in both teams. Alexander Isak brings great form to the table, as he is now on four goals in six games. Surely, The Magpies will start him against Brentford, who also have some appealing names to consider. Not least Yoane Wissa, who notched up three goals in his past six games.

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Full-time result

Newcastle claimed seven wins in their previous 10 matches at St James’ Park across all tournaments. They lost three as well, while visitors Brentford won five of their last 10 away matches. They drew two and lost three. Brentford did not lose any of their last 6 matches away from home. Newcastle have beaten Brentford in 3 consecutive home league meetings

Both teams to score

Newcastle scored first in seven of their last ten home games. Brentford got the opening goal in five out of their last ten away games. Both teams have been quite terrible at keeping their opponents at bay in recent matches. While Newcastle managed to keep a clean sheet in two of the last 10 games, Brentford kept their opponent from scoring in two of their last 10 matches. Newcastle have scored in 6 consecutive home meetings with Brentford.

Total goals

Newcastle saw over 2.5 goals in seven of their last ten matches across all tournaments, as they scored an average of 1.7 goals during this run. Over 2.5 goals happened in four of the last ten outings for Brentford, who managed to score 1.2 times in those matches.