Overview
- Harvey Barnes put Newcastle ahead before Brentford equalised from a Michael Kayode long throw, then Dan Burn’s second yellow for fouling Dango Ouattara led to Igor Thiago’s penalty and a late second for a 3-1 home win.
- Newcastle’s Premier League away winless run extended to nine matches dating back to April.
- Referee Stuart Attwell initially booked Ouattara for simulation after a VAR check, only for a later Burn foul on the same player to yield the decisive spot-kick and the defender’s dismissal.
- Nick Pope was substituted with a reported concussion before the penalty was taken, bringing on Aaron Ramsdale, and Burn will miss the next match through suspension.
- Howe said the team lacks confidence and took full responsibility as Newcastle sit 14th, two points above the relegation zone, with an international break preceding a home test against Manchester City.