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Newcastle vs Brentford — Premier League Prediction 7 February 2026

Newcastle
Newcastle
Premier League
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VS
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schedule 07 Feb, 17:30 · Referee: Andy Madley (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 30 May 2026

Brentford
Brentford
Final result
2 – 3
CoachAI prediction
1 – 1
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Coach AI predicts a score of 1-1 for Newcastle vs Brentford in the Premier League. Newcastle is the favourite with a 44% win probability. Brentford has a 30% chance of winning and 26% ends in a draw. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

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Newcastle vs Brentford

St. James' Park will be cold (8°C) with a 40% chance of rain and high wind gusts, conditions that typically favor Brentford's direct, physical style over Newcastle’s intricate wing play. Psychologically, Newcastle may suffer a 'hangover' after their midweek cup exit, whereas Brentford is buoyed by a rare away win at Villa Park.

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Match Scenario's

Three most likely match scenarios

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Scenario Explanation

1 threat. Brentford will focus on exploiting the space behind Trippier, likely resulting in a goal from a set-piece or a quick break. The Value Tip: The market heavily favors Newcastle based on historical home form, but the combination of their injury list and midweek fatigue makes 'Brentford +0.5' or the 'Draw' the smarter play. Probability Estimates: Home Win 38%, Draw 32%, Away Win 30%.
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Current Standings

Position in the competition

Pos Team Pld W D L GD Pts
7 Sunderland AFC 38 14 12 12 -6 54
8 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 38 14 11 13 +6 53
9 Brentford FC 38 14 11 13 +3 53
10 Chelsea FC 38 14 10 14 +6 52
11 Fulham FC 38 15 7 16 -4 52
12 Newcastle United FC 38 14 7 17 -2 49
13 Everton FC 38 13 10 15 -3 49
14 Leeds United FC 38 11 14 13 -7 47
Newcastle
Brentford

Projected xG by CoachAI

1.82

Home xG

1.45

Away xG

Upset Chance

Medium

Risk of unexpected result

Newcastle Recent Form — Last 5

1 W · 2 D · 2 L
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31/1 Liverpool FC 4-1 Newcastle United FC L 1.18
28/1 Paris Saint-Germain FC 1-1 Newcastle United FC D 1.35
25/1 Newcastle United FC 0-2 Aston Villa FC L 1.91
21/1 Newcastle United FC 3-0 PSV W 1.94
18/1 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 0-0 Newcastle United FC D 1.60

Brentford Recent Form — Last 5

3 W · 0 D · 2 L
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1/2 Aston Villa FC 0-1 Brentford FC W 1.25
25/1 Brentford FC 0-2 Nottingham Forest FC L 1.88
17/1 Chelsea FC 2-0 Brentford FC L 1.45
7/1 Brentford FC 3-0 Sunderland AFC W
4/1 Everton FC 2-4 Brentford FC W
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Key Factors

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Efficiency Regression: Newcastle has significantly underperformed their xG in recent home fixtures (e.g., 1.91 xG vs Aston Villa with 0 goals), indicating a lack of clinical finishing that is likely to persist without Anthony Gordon.

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Tactical Stalemate: Brentford's high-efficiency xG/shot (0.15) and recent victory at Villa Park demonstrate their ability to punish teams on the counter, a major threat to a Newcastle side missing the recovery pace of Livramento.

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Fatigue & Schedule: Newcastle is entering this match following a grueling Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Manchester City just three days prior, creating a significant physical disadvantage against a rested Brentford side.

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Injuries & Absentees

Newcastle faces a systemic crisis with Anthony Gordon (hamstring) and Fabian Schär (ankle) sidelined; Gordon is their primary outlet for transition, while Schär's long-range distribution is irreplaceable for breaking low blocks. Brentford is missing Kevin Schade (suspension) and Fabio Carvalho, but their core midfield (Jensen, Janelt, Henderson) remains intact, providing the stability needed for an away result.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Newcastle vs Brentford?

Coach AI predicts a score of 1-1 with a win probability of 44% for Newcastle, 26% draw and 30% for Brentford.

What is the recent form of Newcastle and Brentford?

Newcastle form (last 5): 1W-2D-2L. Brentford form (last 5): 3W-0D-2L.

What are the injury and suspension updates for Newcastle vs Brentford?

Newcastle faces a systemic crisis with Anthony Gordon (hamstring) and Fabian Schär (ankle) sidelined; Gordon is their primary outlet for transition, while Schär's long-range distribution is irreplaceable for breaking low blocks. Brentford is missing Kevin Schade (suspension) and Fabio Carvalho, but their core midfield (Jensen, Janelt, Henderson) remains intact, providing the stability needed for an away result.

What are the current standings for Newcastle and Brentford in the Premier League?

Newcastle are 12th in the Premier League with 49 points from 38 games. Brentford are 9th with 53 points from 38 games.

What time does Newcastle vs Brentford kick off?

Newcastle vs Brentford kicks off on Saturday, 7 February 2026 at 18:30 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Newcastle vs Brentford?

The referee for Newcastle vs Brentford in the Premier League is Andy Madley.

What are the key factors for Newcastle vs Brentford?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Newcastle vs Brentford: 1. Efficiency Regression: Newcastle has significantly underperformed their xG in recent home fixtures (e.g., 1.91 xG vs Aston Villa with 0 goals), indicating a lack of clinical finishing that is likely to persist without Anthony Gordon. 2. Tactical Stalemate: Brentford's high-efficiency xG/shot (0.15) and recent victory at Villa Park demonstrate their ability to punish teams on the counter, a major threat to a Newcastle side missing the recovery pace of Livramento. 3. Fatigue & Schedule: Newcastle is entering this match following a grueling Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Manchester City just three days prior, creating a significant physical disadvantage against a rested Brentford side..

How does Coach AI predict this match?

Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.

How often are these football predictions updated?

Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.

How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?

Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction — significantly above the market average.

What is Coach AI's track record?

Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.

What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.