How to watch Newcastle vs Brentford; ELF Carabao Cup broadcast

The Newcastle vs Brentford match will be available on Paramount+ and CBSSN on Wednesday, December 18, at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT. From St. James' Park, Eddie Howe’s team will aim to capitalize on their home advantage to advance to the Carabao Cup semifinals, while Brentford, led by Thomas Frank, will look to surprise with their explosive attack and eliminate a tough opponent. Learn how both teams arrive, their strategies, and the keys to this decisive match.

How Does Newcastle Arrive?

Newcastle United arrives with a mix of positive results and inconsistencies in the Premier League and the Carabao Cup. In their latest league match, they crushed Leicester City 4-0, showcasing their offensive power and defensive solidity at home. However, days earlier, they fell 4-2 to Brentford, where defensive vulnerabilities and ball recovery issues were exploited.

Before that, Newcastle drew 3-3 against Liverpool in a thrilling match where both teams exchanged constant attacks. In their prior fixture, they drew 1-1 against Crystal Palace, dominating possession but lacking the finishing touch to claim victory. They also suffered a 2-0 defeat to West Ham, with defensive errors proving costly. Despite these ups and downs, their victory 2-0 over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup highlights their potential to progress.

Newcastle’s Last 5 Matches

• December 14: Newcastle 4-0 Leicester City

• December 7: Brentford 4-2 Newcastle

• December 4: Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool

• November 30: Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle

• November 25: Newcastle 0-2 West Ham

How Does Brentford Arrive?

Brentford has had a campaign marked by high-intensity performances and surprising results. In their last match, they fell 2-1 to Chelsea, a closely contested game where Brentford created clear chances but failed to convert. Before that, they earned an impressive 4-2 victory over Newcastle, displaying an explosive attack while capitalizing on defensive errors.

In the previous round, Brentford were defeated 3-1 by Aston Villa, suffering due to lapses in concentration late in the match. However, they rebounded with a 4-1 win over Leicester City, led by standout performances from Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa. Additionally, they secured a 0-0 draw against Everton, where Brentford’s defensive resilience allowed them to hold on for a point. Despite their irregular form, Brentford has proven to be a dangerous team capable of challenging any opponent.

Brentford’s Last 5 Matches

• December 15: Chelsea 2-1 Brentford

• December 7: Brentford 4-2 Newcastle

• December 4: Aston Villa 3-1 Brentford

• November 30: Brentford 4-1 Leicester City

• November 23: Everton 0-0 Brentford

Possible Lineups

Newcastle

• Martin Dubravka

• Valentino Livramento

• Fabian Schar

• Dan Burn

• Lewis Hall

• Sandro Tonali

• Bruno Guimaraes

• Joelinton

• Jacob Murphy

• Alexander Isak

• Anthony Gordon

Brentford

• Mark Flekken

• Sepp Van den Berg

• Nathan Collins

• Ethan Pinnock

• Mads Roerslev

• Yehor Yarmoliuk

• Christian Norgaard

• Mikkel Damsgaard

• Keane Lewis Potter

• Bryan Mbeumo

• Yoane Wissa

Predictions

Odds:

• Newcastle United: -175

• Draw: +335

• Brentford: +440

Match Details

• Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024

• Time: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT

• Tournament: EFL Carabao Cup (Quarterfinals)

• Stadium: St. James' Park

How to Watch Newcastle vs Brentford LIVE

• Broadcast: Paramount+, CBSSN