Newcastle thrash Brentford but must wait to discover their European fate

19-May-2024 17:42:55 | The Guardian

Newcastle ran riot at Brentford with their first-half goal glut securing seventh place, but Eddie Howe must wait to discover whether his team will play in Europe next season. They must hope Manchester City win the FA Cup next weekend, which would hand them a place in the Europa Conference League.

Brentford started brightly but Ivan Toney’s early goal was disallowed and Newcastle’s potent attack punished them. Harvey Barnes headed them in front before two goals in less than 90 seconds – from Jacob Murphy and the excellent Alexander Isak – appeared to give Newcastle control.