Brentford 2 Newcastle 4 Match Rating – 35% poor passing with Bruno coming top and other Newcastle United players
In an exhilarating Premier League match, Newcastle United emerged victorious with a 4-2 win over Brentford. Despite Brentford’s energetic start and early pressure, Newcastle quickly found their rhythm and dominated the game.
First Half dominance by Newcastle United
The match began with Brentford applying significant pressure, but Newcastle’s skillful play soon shifted the momentum. As the sun shone down, Newcastle took control, racing to a 3-0 lead by halftime. Their performance was impressive, with slick passes and strategic plays that left Brentford struggling to keep up.
Brentford’s Resilient Response
Brentford made a commendable effort to fight back in the second half, scoring two well-crafted goals. However, Newcastle’s dominance was clear, and a two-goal margin reflected their superiority. Bruno Guimarães sealed the victory with Newcastle’s fourth goal, ensuring a comfortable finish for the visitors.
Player Performances and Key Statistics
Whoscored, renowned for its comprehensive data analysis, provided insightful player ratings for this match. The ratings are based on over 200 raw statistics from every Premier League game, considering each player’s impact on the match.
For this encounter, Newcastle United had the two highest-rated players: Bruno Guimarães with a 9.0 rating and Alexander Isak with an 8.7 rating. While Bruno was named Man of the Match, many fans felt Isak’s exceptional first-half performance deserved the accolade. His movement and skill were instrumental in dismantling Brentford’s defense.
Other notable performances included Jacob Murphy (7.5), Harvey Barnes (7.4), and Sean Longstaff (7.2), all of whom played crucial roles in Newcastle’s attacking prowess. Joelinton and Hall, with ratings of 6.9 and 6.8 respectively, also delivered solid performances that perhaps deserved higher recognition.
Match Statistics Breakdown
Here’s a closer look at the key statistics from the match:
- Goals:
- Newcastle United: Barnes (21′), Murphy (36′), Isak (38′), Bruno (77′)
- Brentford: Janelt (48′), Wissa (70′)
- Possession:
- Brentford: 53% (First Half: 54%)
- Newcastle: 47% (First Half: 46%)
- Total Shots:
- Brentford: 10 (First Half: 3)
- Newcastle: 12 (First Half: 8)
- Shots on Target:
- Brentford: 5 (First Half: 1)
- Newcastle: 7 (First Half: 5)
- Corners:
- Brentford: 3 (First Half: 1)
- Newcastle: 0 (First Half: 0)
- Touches in the Box:
- Brentford: 12 (First Half: 5)
- Newcastle: 29 (First Half: 19)
Newcastle United’s Lineup and Substitutes
Newcastle United fielded a strong lineup against Brentford, showcasing depth and versatility. The team included:
- Starting XI: Pope; Krafth, Schar (Dummett 90+2), Burn, Hall; Longstaff, Guimarães, Joelinton (Trippier 81); J Murphy (Almiron 68), Isak (Wilson 81), Barnes (Anderson 68)
- Unused Substitutes: Dubravka, Ritchie, White, A Murphy
Newcastle United’s 4-2 victory over Brentford highlighted their attacking strength and tactical superiority. The team’s ability to control the game and respond to Brentford’s challenges demonstrates their growing confidence and skill in the Premier League. Fans will undoubtedly be excited to see how Newcastle builds on this impressive performance in the coming matches.
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