Newcastle United will be out for payback when they square off against Brentford in the EFL Cup quarterfinals this Wednesday.
The Magpies were stung by the Bees in a humbling Premier League loss earlier this month but have since dusted themselves off with a commanding performance against Leicester over the weekend. Newcastle United are becoming regulars at this stage of the EFL Cup, making their fourth quarterfinal appearance in just five seasons.
For Thomas Frank’s Brentford squad, this marks just their third-ever trip to the EFL Cup quarterfinals, a rare milestone for the club. Brentford have only managed to crack the semi-final stage of the tournament once in their history, so the Bees will be determined to make history once again.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Newcastle vs. Brentford live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this EFL Cup match in the U.S.:
TV channel: CBS Sports Network
Live stream: Paramount+
This game is available for live TV broadcast in the United States on CBS Sports Network. Streaming options are available on Paramount+
What time does Newcastle vs. Brentford kick off?
This EFL Cup clash takes place at St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne, England and kicks off on Wednesday, December 18 at 7:45 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Wed, Dec. 18 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Central Time | Wed, Dec. 18 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Wed, Dec. 18 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Wed, Dec. 18 | 11:45 a.m. |
Newcastle vs. Brentford lineups, team news
The Magpies are grappling with a growing injury list, featuring key players like Callum Wilson, Jamal Lascelles, Emil Krafth, Nick Pope, and Sven Botman.
With these absences, Eddie Howe is expected to shuffle the deck, offering opportunities for players like Harvey Barnes and others to step up and make their mark. It’s a chance for the squad’s depth to shine and prove their worth in a critical matchup.
Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Dubravka (GK) — Trippier, Schar, Burn, Hall — Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton — Barnes, Isak, Gordon.
Injured: Krafth, Pope, Wilson, Lascelles, Botman
Suspended: N/A
Brentford will be thrilled to welcome Vitaly Janelt back into the fold following his recovery from injury. However, their squad remains shorthanded, with Aaron Hickey, Gustavo Nunes. Josh Dasilva, and Mathias Jensen still sidelined.
Meanwhile, Rico Henry‘s availability hangs in the balance, as he will undergo a late fitness check ahead of the match.
Brentford predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Flekken (GK) — Roerslev, Collins, Mee, Van den Berg — Yarmolyuk, Janelt — Mbeumo, Carvalho, Lewis-Potter — Schade.
Injured: Hickey, Dasilva, Nunes, Henry, Jensen.
Suspended: N/A
Newcastle vs. Brentford Prediction
The EFL Cup has become something of a specialty for Eddie Howe at Newcastle, and with a relatively favorable draw, the Magpies have a solid shot at reaching only their third semi-final in this competition. Meanwhile, Brentford face an uphill battle to shake off their struggles on the road, having managed just three away wins against Premier League opponents in the past 13 months.
To recreate the impressive victory they secured over Newcastle less than two weeks ago, the Bees will need to banish their travel woes and bring their A-game to the table.
- Prediction: Newcastle United 2-0 Brentford
EFL Cup fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Wednesday, December 18
- Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace (2:30 p.m.)
- Newcastle United vs. Brentford (2:45 p.m.)
- Southampton vs. Liverpool (3:00 p.m.)
Thursday, December 19
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Manchester United (3:00 p.m.)
