Dango Ouattara's late goal secured a thrilling 3-2 victory for Brentford against Newcastle at St. James' Park on Saturday. The win boosts Brentford's hopes for European qualification and further dents Newcastle's aspirations.

The match was a back-and-forth affair, with Newcastle taking an early lead through Sven Botman in the 24th minute. Botman's goal was his first since New Year's Day 2024, giving the home side an early advantage. However, Brentford responded well, with Vitaly Janelt heading in a cross from Ouattara to level the score in the 37th minute.

Brentford then took the lead in the first half when Igor Thiago scored from the penalty spot. The penalty was awarded after Jacob Murphy handled a shot from Mathias Jensen. Thiago's goal marked his 18th of the season.

Newcastle fought back in the second half, with Bruno Guimaraes converting a penalty in the 79th minute to equalize. Guimaraes' goal appeared to have secured a point for the Magpies, but Ouattara had other plans.

In the 85th minute, Ouattara blasted a shot home, sealing a dramatic victory for Brentford. It was Ouattara's 100th Premier League appearance, which he marked with both a goal and an assist.

The win was Brentford's fourth away victory in their last five Premier League matches. For Newcastle, it was another disappointing result at home, having now lost four times at St. James' Park this season. They have also dropped 19 points from winning positions this season, a fact that has frustrated the home crowd. Newcastle have dropped more points from winning positions than any other side in the Premier League this season.

Brentford's victory puts them level on points with Liverpool. Meanwhile, Newcastle sits in 12th place in the league standings.

Key moments in the match included Jordan Henderson's foul on Lewis Hall, which led to a free-kick for Newcastle. Harvey Barnes also had a close chance in the first half, backheeling a shot just wide. Keane Lewis-Potter nearly connected with a cross from Michael Kayode.

Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes has been involved in 10 goals in his last nine Premier League home games, scoring seven and assisting three.