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Three days after their draw against Liverpool at St James’ Park, Newcastle United return to action at the Gtech Community Stadium when they face Brentford this afternoon. The Magpies performed well against Arne Slot’s side on Wednesday and will be keen to follow that up against a Bees side that have a brilliant home record.
Brentford have dropped just two points on their home turf this season, but lost 3-1 against Aston Villa in midweek. Brentford sit one place above Newcastle United in the Premier League table, but the two sides are separated by just goal difference.
Here, we take a look at the starting XI that Howe could name for his side’s clash with Brentford this afternoon:
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9. Jacob Murphy - 7
Played a key role in the Newcastle's first and second equalisers with two assists. Heavily involved and headed over a good chance. Withdrawn on the hour mark. | Getty Images
10. Alexander Isak - 6
Quickly drew Newcastle level with an instinctive headed finish. Should have made it 2-1 shortly after but was denied by a recovering Mark Flekken. Inconsistent in front of goal in that respect and faded in the second half. | Getty Images
11. Harvey Barnes - 6
Gave the ball away cheaply in midfield in the build-up to Brentford's second. Made up for his error with his fifth goal of the season shortly after with a great finish. Put a teasing ball in for Jacob Murphy, who couldn't convert. Curled a shot wide of the right post in the second half and was moved out to the right after Anthony Gordon's introduction. | Getty Images
12. Sandro Tonali - 5
On for Joelinton 60: Headed a good opportunity over in the closing stages. | Getty Images