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Brentford vs Newcastle United prediction sees pundit split over Premier League clash of 'giants'

Newcastle United face Brentford on Saturday afternoon (3pm GMT) for a vital Premier League clash in their bid for a top four finish.

Newcastle will be looking to make it five top-flight wins in row this weekend following their victories over Wolves, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United and West Ham. The second of three successive away games takes them to the GTech Community Stadium in west London.

Brentford have only lost one match at home in the Premier League this term - to league leaders Arsenal - and will no doubt prove themselves to be tough opposition once again this time round.

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Here's what the pundits think will happen when the Magpies take on Brentford on Saturday afternoon.

Chris Sutton - BBC Sport

Writing in his latest BBC Sport column, Sutton said: "It is four wins in a row now for Newcastle, who have found their form at the ideal time.

"I'm a fan of Eddie Howe's brand of football because he plays on the front foot and takes the game to the opposition, whoever they are, and their results are a reward for that.

"Brentford do not lose many games full stop, especially at home, and they have never been beaten back-to-back this season, which makes me think we will see a reaction from them here after Wednesday's defeat at Old Trafford.

"The obvious result to go for here is a draw but I am backing Newcastle to maintain their momentum. The competition for the main striker's role between Callum Wilson and Alexander Isak is spurring both of them on, which is a brilliant situation for Howe to have."

Score prediction: Brentford 1-2 Newcastle United

Mark Lawrenson - Paddy Power

Speaking to bookies Paddy Power, Lawrenson added: "Newcastle are very much back in form and I think they were always going to get back to it because they’re so good defensively and that gives you the platform.

"I think Newcastle will win and this will be a game between two athletes, two teams of absolute giants!"

Score prediction: Brentford 1-2 Newcastle United

Paul Merson - Sportskeeda

Merson told Sportskeeda: "Newcastle played exceptional football against West Ham the other day, and I'd expect them to stay down in London this week. The team spirit is great, and they've also got the better of Man United this month.

"Newcastle will be happy with seven points from their three games this month. A top-four finish would be phenomenal for them. People say that they've got all the money in the world, but they haven't spent all the money in the world, so fair play to them.

"I was shocked that Alexander Isak didn't play yesterday [against West Ham], but Callum Wilson did score two goals. Isak has been a proper handful in the Premier League and he's a great signing for Newcastle.

"This is going to be a good football match and it's hard to call because Brentford can beat anybody on their day. A draw could seem harsh on Newcastle, but Brentford haven't lost too many matches at home."

Score prediction: Brentford 1-1 Newcastle United

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