Brentford striker Ivan Toney saw an early goal ruled out by VAR as Newcastle were saved just like they were in the reverse fixture at St James’ Park back in October. Toney then had a great chance to give Brentford the lead from the penalty spot after Sven Botman brought down Kevin Schade inside the area.
But the England international missed his first ever top flight penalty as Nick Pope made a simple save. Before atoning for his mistake at the end of the first half to give The Bees the lead from 12-yards after Alexander Isak fouled Rico Henry inside the area.
Less than 10 minutes into the second half Newcastle drew level as Joelinton’s low ball across goal deflected in off the legs of Brentford goalkeeper David Raya.
And shortly after The Magpies took the lead as Callum Wilson set-up Alexander Isak for his eighth goal of the season with an impressive edge of the box finish.
Wilson then found the net himself but was denied by VAR for handball.
5. Dan Burn - 7
Almost had a chance to score but was denied by the offside flag. A steady performance from the left-back. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff - 6
Steady enough in the first half with a couple of neat passes but was sacrificed at the break. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes - 6
Tidy in possession but not at his influential best. A quiet display by his high standards. | Getty Images
8. Joe Willock - 7
Worked hard in the middle before being shifted out to the left. Didn’t pose a significant attacking threat but linked play up well and did a lot of running for the cause. | Getty Images