Brentford 3-1 Newcastle United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Brentford 3-1 Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday, 09 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, what a cracking match at the Gtech Community Stadium! Brentford came out on top with a solid 3-1 victory over Newcastle United, extending their impressive run of form. After a couple of wins against Liverpool and West Ham, the Bees showed no signs of slowing down, even against a Newcastle side that had just lost to West Ham.

The result might not have been a complete shock given Brentford’s recent performances, but it was certainly a statement win. Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago were the heroes of the day, with Thiago bagging a brace, including a crucial penalty. It’s clear Brentford are buzzing right now, and this win will only boost their confidence further.

Newcastle, on the other hand, will be gutted with this result, especially after a promising start with Harvey Barnes’ early goal. Their recent form has been patchy, with losses to West Ham and now Brentford, and this defeat will sting. The sending off of Dan Burn in the second half didn’t help their cause, and it’s a moment they’ll want to forget quickly. Despite the loss, Newcastle showed some fight, but it wasn’t enough to stop Brentford’s momentum. They’ll need to regroup and come back stronger in their next outing.

Looking at the stats, it’s clear Brentford were the more dominant side in certain areas. Despite having slightly less possession at 49% compared to Newcastle’s 51%, they managed to create more scoring opportunities, evidenced by their six corners to Newcastle’s two. Brentford’s attacking intent was also reflected in their successful dribbles, with a 55% success rate, though Newcastle edged them out at 64%.

The Bees were disciplined, picking up only two yellow cards, while Newcastle had three and a red card to boot. These stats paint a picture of a Brentford side that was more effective in front of goal and managed the game well, even with less of the ball.

The match had its fair share of pivotal moments that swung the game in Brentford’s favour. Kevin Schade broke the deadlock in the 56th minute, setting the tone for the rest of the match. The game-changer came in the 78th minute when Igor Thiago converted a penalty, putting Brentford in the driving seat.

Thiago then sealed the deal with a goal in the 90th minute, ensuring there was no late comeback from Newcastle. On the other side, Newcastle’s hopes were already dashed at that point due to Dan Burn receiving a red card in the 73rd minute, leaving them a man down and struggling to mount a comeback.

Brentford lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Caoimhín Kelleher in goal and a back four of Michael Kayode, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, and Aaron Hickey. The midfield was anchored by Jordan Henderson and Yegor Yarmolyuk, with Dango Ouattara, Mikkel Damsgaard, and Kevin Schade supporting striker Igor Thiago. This setup allowed Brentford to control the game and exploit spaces effectively, with Schade and Thiago proving to be the key men up front.

Newcastle United opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Nick Pope between the sticks and a defence consisting of Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, and Dan Burn. The midfield trio of Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Joelinton provided support to the attacking line of Jacob Murphy, Nick Woltemade, and Harvey Barnes. Despite a promising start, the red card to Burn disrupted their plans, and they struggled to regain control after going a man down.

Igor Thiago was the standout performer and rightfully earns the Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match award. His brace, including a crucial penalty, was instrumental in securing the victory for Brentford. Thiago’s composure in front of goal and his ability to step up in big moments made all the difference, and he’ll be a player to watch in the coming weeks.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 3-1 vs Newcastle United (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 3-2 vs Liverpool (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs West Ham United (A)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Brentford (A)
• Loss: 1-3 vs West Ham United (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (H)

Currently sitting in 12th place with 16 points, Brentford will face Brighton & Hove Albion, who are in 11th place with 16 points, on November 22, 2025 at 15:00.

In 14th place with 12 points, Newcastle United’s next challenge is against Manchester City, who are in 2nd place with 22 points, on November 22, 2025 at 17:30.

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