Brentford 3-1 Newcastle United Player Ratings: Igor Thiago Rated 8.5/10 as Bees Sting Ten-Man Magpies

What a turnaround at the Gtech Community Stadium. Newcastle United looked completely in control, but Brentford showed immense character to fight back. This was a fixture that had everything drama, goals and a red card that was given to defender Dan Burn.

Newcastle deservedly took the lead through a smart finish from Harvey Barnes. It felt like they might run away with it at that point. The home side seemed to be struggling to get a foothold in the match.

However, the second half told a completely different story. Brentford came out with renewed purpose. Kevin Schade's equalizer shifted the momentum entirely. The decisive moment was undoubtedly Dan Burn's clumsy challenge, leading to a penalty and a red card. Sportsdunia's player of the match Igor Thiago stepped up and coolly converted to seal a memorable 3-1 victory for the Bees. It was a deserved win for their resilience, while Newcastle were left to rue their second-half collapse in this match.

Here are the Brentford Vs Newcastle United Player Ratings

Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Brentford

Here are Brentford Vs Newcastle United Player Ratings

Goalkeeper

Nick Pope - 6.5: Made a few crucial saves in the first half to keep his team ahead. He commanded his area well, claiming a high ball and making two punches. Conceded the equalizer but couldn't do much about it. His day was unfortunately cut short by injury, which was a blow for the team.

Defenders

Kieran Trippier - 6.0: A strangely subdued performance from the usually reliable full-back. He had a lot of the ball but lost possession a staggering 17 times. Defensively, he was caught out on a couple of occasions and didn't offer his usual threat going forward. Not his best day at the office.

Sven Botman - 6.0: The Dutch defender was solid for the most part, making seven clearances. His passing was impressively accurate at 90%. However, he struggled in the air, losing four of his five aerial duels. He was part of a defence that ultimately crumbled under pressure.

Malick Thiaw - 6.5: A very busy afternoon for Thiaw, who racked up an incredible 11 clearances. He showed his defensive instincts well and even blocked a shot. Despite his efforts, the defence conceded two crucial goals in the second half. A decent individual performance in a losing effort.

Dan Burn - 4.0: What a disaster. From our perspective this was the performance that cost his team the game. After getting a yellow card early in the second half he made a reckless challenge to concede the penalty. The subsequent second yellow card left his team with a mountain to climb. A night to forget for the big defender.

Midfielders

Bruno Guimarães - 7.0: The captain tried his best to dictate play from midfield. His 100% long ball accuracy was a testament to his quality on the ball. He worked hard defensively too, with five clearances and a tackle. He just couldn't drag his team over the line by himself.

Sandro Tonali - 6.0: A tidy but ultimately quiet performance from the Italian. He kept possession well with 83% pass accuracy and recovered the ball eight times. However, he offered little in the final third and was substituted as Newcastle chased the game. We expected more from him.

Joelinton - 5.5: His game was cruelly ended by an injury after just 24 minutes. In his short time on the pitch, he looked energetic but didn't have enough time to make a real impact. It was a big loss for the Magpies' midfield structure.

Forwards

Harvey Barnes - 7.5: Newcastle's brightest spark by a mile. He took his goal with clinical precision and was a constant threat with his runs. He created a chance and was always looking to get on the ball. His substitution felt like a strange decision given he was their main goal threat.

Jacob Murphy - 6.5: A hard-working display from Murphy on the wing. He created one key pass and was diligent with his defensive duties. He just lacked that final bit of quality to make a decisive impact on the game. An energetic but frustrating performance.

Nick Woltemade - 5.5: A really tough afternoon for the forward. He struggled to get involved in the game, losing nine of his eleven duels. He was dispossessed three times and failed to register a single shot. He worked for the team but offered very little attacking threat.

Substitutes

Jacob Ramsey - 6.0: Came on for the injured Joelinton and provided energy but couldn't change the game's flow.

Manager

E. Howe - 5.5: His team started well and had a clear game plan that worked for 45 minutes. However, they completely lost control in the second half. The team's collapse after the red card was concerning, and his substitutions didn't have the desired effect. A tough day for the manager.

Brentford Player Ratings vs Newcastle United

Here are Brentford Player Ratings vs Newcastle United

Goalkeeper

Caoimhín Kelleher - 6.5: Couldn't do much about the Barnes goal. He was composed on the ball and his distribution was decent. He wasn't tested much in the second half as his team took control of the game. A straightforward day for the keeper.

Defenders

Aaron Hickey - 7.0: A very solid outing from the full-back before he was substituted. He was defensively sound with two tackles and three interceptions. He also got forward well, forcing a save from Pope in the first half. A reliable and impressive performance.

Sepp van den Berg - 7.0: A commanding presence at the back for Brentford. He won the majority of his duels and was a rock in the air. His four clearances were vital in stemming Newcastle's early pressure. He almost scored with a header too. What stood out to us was his composure under pressure.

Nathan Collins - 6.0: The captain had a shaky game, especially on the ball. He lost possession a shocking 20 times and his long passing was wayward. Defensively he was okay, winning his aerial duels, but it was a performance he'll want to improve on.

Michael Kayode - 7.5: An excellent display from the defender. He was unbeatable in his duels, winning all six he contested. He was also a threat going forward, completing two dribbles and creating a chance. A really strong all-round performance.

Midfielders

Jordan Henderson - 6.5: A mixed performance from the veteran. He created two key passes and tried to drive his team forward. However, he was often loose in possession and committed a couple of needless fouls. His experience was valuable, but the quality wasn't always there.

Yegor Yarmolyuk - 7.5: An absolute engine in the heart of midfield. He recovered the ball ten times and won four tackles, completely dominating his area. He was everywhere, breaking up play and starting attacks. An immense performance that was key to Brentford's comeback.

Kevin Schade - 8.0: Scored the all-important equalizer with a great header. He was a livewire throughout the match, constantly causing problems for the Newcastle defence. He worked hard off the ball as well, recovering it six times. A fantastic and impactful display.

Dango Ouattara - 8.0: A thrilling, chaotic performance that terrified the Newcastle backline. His direct running and trickery won the decisive penalty. He drew three fouls and was a constant outlet for his team. Although he received a yellow for a dive, his positive impact was undeniable.

Mikkel Damsgaard - 6.5: A frustrating player to watch. He created three chances, showing his vision and creativity. But he was also incredibly wasteful, losing possession 19 times. If he could improve his decision-making, he would be a top player. Still, his creativity was important.

Forwards

Igor Thiago - 8.5: Our man of the match. A superb centre-forward performance. He held the ball up brilliantly, won his aerial duels and was a physical nightmare for the defenders. Most importantly, he showed nerves of steel to slot home the winning penalty. What a signing he is proving to be.

Substitutes

Rico Henry - 6.5: Came on for Hickey and provided fresh legs, helping to see out the win without any fuss.

Manager

K. Andrews - 7.5: A great tactical victory for the Brentford manager. His team looked off the pace in the first half but his halftime team talk clearly worked wonders. They came out with belief and fight, and he deserves credit for masterminding this impressive comeback against a tough opponent.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Igor Thiago