Brentford v Newcastle

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Brentford's recent resurgence in the Premier League continued last weekend with a 2-1 win away from home down on the south coast against Bournemouth to hand The Bees a 13-point cushion between themselves and the relegation zone and manager Thomas Frank can be satisfied with how his side have responded to a previously worrying five defeats within a six game period.

Brentford had previously been handed five defeats in their preceding six games from mid-February through to mid-March which saw The Bees dealt losses by the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, West Ham, Arsenal and Burnley respectively whilst Brentford gained just one point from a possible 18 on offer during that dismal period of results.

However, despite almost being dragged down into the relegation battle, Brentford have since rallied as the hosts have suffered just one further defeat in their subsequent eight games overall in the English top flight which came by way of a 1-0 loss away from home at Everton but also includes picking up three vital wins and collecting useful points in four draws as well.

Wins against Sheffield United, Luton Town and Bournemouth will give Brentford a boost ahead of this upcoming clash.

Newcastle United were dealt a 3-2 defeat at Old Trafford against Manchester United on Wednesday night which finally put an end to any lingering hopes of claiming the last of the European spots in the Premier League this season and the best The Magpies can finish now is sixth place in the table.

It's been a frustrating campaign for Newcastle United fans and players alike as just when you think The Magpies may have turned a corner, their inconsistent streak rears its ugly head and puts the north-east club the proverbial two steps back.

Case in point - Newcastle United had registered back-to-back wins against Sheffield United 5-1 and Burnley 4-1 along with a 1-1 draw at home with Brighton which had thrust Eddie Howe's side back into possible contention for a fifth place finish but the loss at Old Trafford put paid to those plans.

Results overall have been fairly encouraging for the visitors as they have been dealt just four defeats out of their last 16 matches in the English top flight along with collecting eight wins in the process but greater consistency is needed if they are to make a serious challenge for a top four finish next season.

This is definitely the case when looking at Newcastle's results away from home as the visitors have managed to capture just four wins in their last 15 outings on the road whilst also slipping to no fewer than nine defeats as well.

Brentford v Newcastle United Verdict

With neither side having to contend with relegation or a place in Europe, this is expected to be an open and attacking game with a few goals.

Therefore, our main bet will be Over 3 goals @ 2.00

Other side bets worth considering:

Brentford win @ 3.00

Correct Score: Brentford 2-1 @ 13.00