The Magpies have recorded back-to-back wins against Manchester United and West Ham so far this week as they further underlined their hopes of finishing in the Premier League’s top four.
Eddie Howe’s side remained in the capital following Wednesday evening’s 5-1 victory at the London Stadium and prepared for a Brentford side, who also have a chance of securing European qualification as they sit ninth in the table.
“I think the Brentford game will be completely different (to West Ham),” said Howe. “We felt here that if we could get the first goal, it could help us with the crowd and the difficult situation West Ham are in.
“Brentford are in a totally different position. The feel of the stadium will be different, the reactions of the crowd will be different. We have to be prepared. Their style of play is very strong, so it’s a totally unique test.”
With Howe likely to stick with the same matchday squad that contributed to the win in midweek - here are the players set to miss the clash at the Gtech Community Stadium:
1. Mark Gillespie
Gillespie is United’s fourth choice goalkeeper. It’s been two-and-a-half-years since his last senior appearance. Photo: Gualter Fatia
2. Loris Karius
Martin Dubravka currently holds the No.2 spot. Karius’s Carabao Cup final appearance is one of the few times he’s featured in a matchday squad. Photo: Eddie Keogh
3. Harrison Ashby
The full-back hasn’t been named in Newcastle’s matchday squad since joining from West Ham United in January. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
4. Paul Dummett
With Newcastle welcoming back the likes of Anthony Gordon from injury in recent weeks, Dummett has been the man to drop off the bench.