Top Flight Sunday Action: Brentford v Newcastle and Other Matches Real-Time Coverage
Just moments before kick-off in four important English top division matches, every one beginning with tribute events.
Recent Squad Updates
Newcastle Coach Admits Poor Performance
Newcastle were horrible in their previous match versus West Ham, according to Eddie Howe recently stated in his pre-match interview. “We have to produce something better. That day against West Ham proved difficult for the team. We trust, we’ve learnt plenty. Now we need to start earning results.”
On the winger: “He wasn’t close ultimately. Medical imaging showed a very slight issue with his hip and it’s an excellent chance for Harvey to come in.”
Forest Continue to Miss Important Forward
Still no Chris Wood for Forest, while the goalkeeper, Murillo, Anderson plus the attacker are back.
The German forward replaces the struggling the Everton loanee, that struggled against Brighton in the previous round.
The Eagles Welcome Playmaker But Lose Centre-Back
The young midfielder is back for Crystal Palace although there will be an absence of Marc Guéhi for Crystal Palace. The Seagulls field an unchanged starting eleven which defeated Leeds last week.
Oliver Glasner stated that their defender “has a bone injury, he requires crutches and is unable to even move freely. At the moment it looks like he will not feature for England in the upcoming matches as well.”
Fitness Setback Affects Newcastle as Gordon Sidelined
Anthony Gordon is carrying an injury so is absent for Newcastle, the replacement, that has performed well, comes in.
One change for Brentford, Aaron Hickey is introduced.
Rotation for The Cherries while Aston Villa Make Multiple Changes
Andoni Iraola has the benefit to rotate his squad, Evanilson, Adam Smith, Justin Kluivert and the midfielder all starting while the defender, the full-back, the attacker and Junior Kroupi move to the subs on the bench.
the full-back, the midfielder, Emiliano Buendia, Ollie Watkins, the defender together with Boubacar Kamara come in in the Aston Villa lineup after their Europa League game.
Confirmed Starting XIs
Brentford vs Newcastle
Thomas Frank’s side: Kelleher, Kayode, The centre-back, The Dutch defender, Hickey, The midfielder, The midfielder, Ouattara, The playmaker, The forward, Thiago. Substitutes: The backup keeper, Henry, Pinnock, Jensen, The full-back, The attacker, Onyeka, Lewis-Potter, Janelt.
Eddie Howe’s team: The shot-stopper, Trippier, The defender, Botman, Burn, The midfielder, The Italian, Joelinton, Jacob Murphy, Woltemade, The attacker. Subs: Hall, The Swiss, Lascelles, Krafth, The winger, Willock, The Welshman, Miley, Ramsdale.
Official: Stuart Attwell (From the West Midlands)
The Eagles against The Seagulls
Oliver Glasner’s men: Henderson, The defender, Lacroix, The defender, Munoz, The midfielder, The Japanese, The left-back, The winger, The midfielder, Mateta. Substitutes: Matthews, The defender, Pino, The forward, The full-back, The midfielder, The youngster, Sosa, Devenny.
Brighton: Verbruggen, Wieffer, The centre-back, The captain, The full-back, The midfielder, Ayari, The winger, Rutter, The attacker, The striker. Subs: Steele, Tzimas, Kostoulas, Boscagli, De Cuyper, The defender, The defender, The midfielder, The midfielder.
Match official: The referee (West Sussex)
The Villans v AFC Bournemouth
Aston Villa: The goalkeeper, Cash, The defender, Torres, Digne, The midfielder, The midfielder, McGinn, Rogers, Buendia, The striker. Substitutes: The reserve keeper, Lindelof, The midfielder, Tielemans, The forward, The winger, Maatsen, Bogarde, The attacker.
Andoni Iraola’s side: The keeper, Smith, The centre-back, Senesi, Truffert, Adams, The midfielder, Tavernier, Kluivert, Semenyo, Evanilson. Subs: The keeper, Cook, Brooks, The midfielder, The youngster, The defender, The full-back, The midfielder, The forward.
Official: The referee (From the Midlands)
Forest against United
Nottm Forest: The goalkeeper, Savona, Milenkovic, Murillo, The full-back, The midfielder, Anderson, The winger, The playmaker, The midfielder, The forward. Subs: The keeper, The defender, The striker, Kalimuendo, Hutchinson, Yates, The attacker, McAtee, Abbott.
Daniel Farke’s team: Lucas Perri, Bogle, The centre-back, Bijol, Gudmundsson, Ampadu, The attacker, The midfielder, The midfielder, Okafor, The striker. Replacements: Darlow, Struijk, The winger, The forward, Piroe, Harrison, Tanaka, The full-back, The midfielder.
Match official: Jarred Gillett (From Down Under)
Preamble
Alright, several games this Sunday 2pm, with a lot up for grabs. That game at the City Ground looks like a six-pointer. The Cherries could move into second place, while Crystal Palace can get to the top five.
- Crystal Palace versus Brighton
- The Villans v Bournemouth
- The Bees v Newcastle
- Nottingham Forest v United
| Position | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| 2 | The Blues | 11 | 10 | 20 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 10 | 12 | 19 |
| 4 | Sunderland | 11 | 4 | 19 |
| 5 | Spurs | 11 | 9 | 18 |
| 6 | Liverpool | 10 | 4 | 18</ |