Newcastle vs Brentford analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
Newcastle United return to action for the first time since that historic Carabao Cup final victory two and a half weeks ago as they face Brentford in the Premier League on Wednesday night.
First-choice left-back Lewis Hall and fellow defender Sven Botman are still missing through injury, while star winger Anthony Gordon will have to watch from the sidelines again as he serves the last of his three-match suspension.
Brentford come into the game unbeaten in their last five Premier League away matches and the Bees will be looking to move within three points of the European places.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson assesses the five key battles on the pitch that could be decisive of victory at St James’ Park.
The stats behind Newcastle United’s historic Carabao Cup final victory over Liverpool
Newcastle United ended their 70-year trophy drought at Wembley on Sunday, beating Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final.
After the game, Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitted that the Magpies’ game plan stopped the Reds from playing in their usual way.
Eddie Howe set his side up to frustrate Liverpool, in what was a very disciplined performance from the entire team.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson analyses the stats behind Newcastle’s success, which has potentially given other teams the blueprint on how to beat the league leaders.
Carabao Cup final analysis: Five reasons why Newcastle United won at Wembley
Newcastle United’s domestic drought of 70 years is over after Eddie Howe cemented himself as a club legend, guiding them to victory over Liverpool in the 2025 Carabao Cup final.
Sunday marked Newcastle’s first win in 18 attempts against the Reds, but what key factors contributed to the Toon Army’s historical day?
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen analyses the final from a Newcastle perspective.
Carabao Cup final news: Newcastle United paint Wembley black and white
Newcastle United won the Carabao Cup after beating Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley on Sunday, March 16 as Dan Burn and Alexander Isak became instant new heroes forever.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce analyses how Newcastle got the win over the line.
Carabao Cup final, Newcastle Utd analysis: Predicted line-up and score prediction
Newcastle United face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday with one eye on ending a near 70-year wait for a major trophy.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson takes a look at Newcastle’s chances at Wembley.
Carabao Cup news: Liverpool vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
The first major trophy of the season is up for grabs on Sunday, with Newcastle United taking on Liverpool at Wembley for a chance at Carabao Cup glory.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson considers five key battles to anticipate in the showpiece and offers a score prediction.
Newcastle United news: Now or never for Harvey Barnes after Anthony Gordon red card
With Anthony Gordon set to miss out on the Carabao Cup final after a red card in the FA Cup at the weekend, forgotten man Harvey Barnes has a perfect chance to resurrect his Newcastle career.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen analyses what Barnes can offer in Gordon’s absence.
FA Cup news: Newcastle Utd vs Brighton – Five key battles and score prediction
Sunday lunchtime sees a big FA Cup clash at St James’ Park, with Newcastle taking on Brighton for a spot in the hat for the quarter-final draw.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson outlines five key battles ahead of the tie and offers a score prediction.
Premier League news: Newcastle Utd vs Nottingham Forest – Five key battles and score prediction
Premier League high-flyers Nottingham Forest travel to St James’ Park on Sunday for a clash against Newcastle United, with both teams in hot pursuit of Champions League football.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.
Premier League news: Manchester City vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction
On Saturday, struggling Manchester City host Carabao Cup finalists Newcastle United, with both teams fighting for the Premier League top four.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.
FA Cup news: Birmingham City vs Newcastle United – Five key battles and score prediction
League One leaders Birmingham City host high-flying Premier League side Newcastle United in the fourth round of the FA Cup this weekend.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and makes a score prediction.
Everton vs Newcastle United analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
The pick of the action this weekend sees a fascinating clash at Goodison Park as Everton face Newcastle United in a key match at both ends of the table.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea analyses five key battles and gives a score prediction.