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.
13. Callum Wilson - 8
On for Murphy 46: Changed the game following his half-time introduction and set-up Isak’s strike. Unfortunate to be denied his fourth goal of the week by VAR. Could have scored a couple on another day. | Getty
14. Elliot Anderson - n/a
On for Isak 87: Kept Newcastle on the front foot in the closing stages with some good pressure. Had a big chance to make it 3-1 late on. Photo: OLI SCARFF
15. Jamaal Lascelles - n/a
On for Willock 87: Bolstered up the defence for the closing stages. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
