Following their 5-1 hammering of West Ham on Wednesday night, Newcastle United have another game in the capital when they face Thomas Frank’s high-flying Bees.
The Magpies have a chance to make it five wins in a row when they face Brentford, however, their opponents will be a very tough unit to crack.
Currently sitting in 9th place, Brentford have left any worries about ‘second season syndrome’ firmly in the past and have a shot at qualifying for European football.
Newcastle meanwhile, know they must continue their great momentum if they are to solidify their claims for a spot in next season’s Champions League.
Here, we take a look at the starting XI Howe could name when his side visit the Gtech Community Stadium.
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1. Eddie Howe
Is this the Newcastle United side that Eddie Howe will pick to face Brentford? (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
2. Nick Pope
Pope has 13 Premier League clean sheets this season - more than any other keeper in the top-flight. Can he make it 14 against Brentford? Photo: Justin Setterfield
3. Kieran Trippier
Trippier once again put in another superb display against West Ham. Imperious in defence and attack, his overall game is a major asset to Newcastle and something they will need this weekend. Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
4. Fabian Schar
Schar was yet again brilliant at the heart of defence with his pass to set up Joelinton’s first goal a thing of beauty. Photo: Stu Forster