Newcastle United's struggles away from home continued as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Brentford, with the Magpies winless in their last six away games. 

Despite a positive performance from Eddie Howe's Mags against Athletic Club during matchday four of the Champions League, United are struggling to find consistency in the Premier League.

They have secured three draws on the road at Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Leeds, as well as two back-to-back defeats for the first time this season. 

The international break could not have come at a better time for the Toon, but why is it that they are struggling away from home? Sports News Blitz writer Mossadek Abu suggests five reasons why.