Match preview

Newcastle United (9th, 8 pts) host Brentford (4th, 9 pts) at St James’ Park on Saturday 27 February, kick-off 15:00.

Newcastle United are in mixed form, having won 2, drawn 2 and lost 1 of their last five league games (scored 9, conceded 9). Brentford are unbeaten, having won 2 and drawn 3 of their last five league games (scored 10, conceded 4).

The last league meeting, in February 2026, finished Newcastle United 2–3 Brentford.

Varless AI expects around 1.5 goals for Newcastle and 1.5 for Brentford, making Newcastle 37% to win, the draw 25% and Brentford 38%. The numbers point to goals, with over 2.5 at 58%.