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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. 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
. 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
9. Joelinton
Joelinton picked up his 11th booking of the season at the London Stadium, but his brace showed just what a threat he can be when making driving runs forward. Joe Willock was impressive when he took to the field, but starting another game on the bench to nurse that injury could be exactly what Willock needs on Saturday. Photo: Alex Pantling
10. Anthony Gordon
Jacob Murphy has done very little, if anything, wrong in recent times, but the hectic schedule facing Newcastle means he may be given a rest, with Gordon offered just his second start as a Magpies player. Photo: Justin Setterfield
11. Alexander Isak
Howe faces a real dilemma at the top of the pitch. Wilson’s brace in midweek will certainly give him plenty to think about, however, Wilson’s injury record may mean he is rested against the Bees. Photo: Justin Setterfield
12. Allan Saint-Maximin
Saint-Maximin’s superb cross for Wilson’s opener reminded everyone of the quality he possesses. A string of games in the first-team has seen the Frenchman play some of his best football in recent memory. Photo: Alex Pantling