What channel is Brentford vs Newcastle United on? Kick-off time, TV and stream details, team news

Eddie Howe’s men continued their push away from a relegation dogfight last weekend after securing a 1-1 draw with West Ham United at the London Stadium.

The result meant the Magpies sit just above the relegation zone in 17th, two points above Burnley but playing one more match than the Clarets.

Brentford, meanwhile, are in poor form under Thomas Frank, with no wins in their last seven league games.

The west London side lost 2-1 to Arsenal in their last outing but will be hoping to get back to winning ways with a victory against Newcastle.

When and where is the match?

Brentford vs Newcastle in the Premier League will take place at The Brentford Community Stadium on Saturday, February 26, kick-off 3pm.

Is Brentford vs Newcastle on TV?

The clash at the home of the Bees won’t be shown live on TV due to it kicking-off at that time. This is due to a broadcast blackout in the UK of all matches starting at 3pm.

However, highlights from the game will be available on Sky Sports YouTube channel later that evening as well as on both clubs’ websites.

Alternatively, Match of the Day will be showing the best bits from all of Saturday’s fixtures, beginning at 10:30pm on BBC One.

Is Brentford vs Newcastle available on live stream or PPV?

The game isn’t available to stream online, however, you can follow the action for free on NUFC TV from 2:30pm via the Magpies’ official website with audio commentary from BBC Newcastle’s Matthew Raisbeck and former Newcastle coach and ex-Brentford player Andy Woodman.

Who is the match referee?

Mike Dean is the man in the middle. He will be assisted by Eddie Smart and Mark Scholes, while the fourth official for the clash is Andy Madley.

Darren England will be the VAR, and will be assisted by Derek Eaton.

Team news

The Magpies could be without Ryan Fraser and Allan Saint-Maximin after the former limped off against West Ham and the latter is a doubt - neither player was spotted in Wednesday’s training session.

However, Javier Manquillo could be back in contention for a place in Howe’s matchday squad. The Spaniard took part in training on Wednesday.

There are several options to replace both Fraser and Saint-Maximin if not fit for the game, Miquel Almiron the most likely to fill either side of midfield, while wing-back Matt Ritchie could also start on the wing if needed.

As for Brentford, they will likely be without Ivan Toney, who is working his way back from a calf injury, while recently side-lined duo Mathias Jorgensen and Tarique Fosu played part in the Bees’ 2-2 friendly match against Rangers on Monday.

What are the match odds?

Brentford 29/20, Draw 9/4, Newcastle 19/10 – SkyBet, correct as of February 24.