Newcastle United vs Brighton Hove Albion Head-to-Head

A Look at the History of the Fixture

Newcastle United and Brighton Hove Albion have met 33 times in all competitions, with Newcastle winning 14 games, Brighton winning 10, and the remaining 9 ending in draws. The two sides first met in the FA Cup in 1907, with Newcastle winning 2-1. Their most recent meeting was in the Premier League in December 2022, which Brighton won 2-1.

Newcastle's Recent Form

Newcastle have been in excellent form in recent weeks, winning their last four Premier League games. They are currently 4th in the table, just four points behind Manchester City. Newcastle's form has been built on a solid defense, which has only conceded 12 goals in 18 league games this season.

Brighton's Recent Form

Brighton have also been in good form this season, winning their last three Premier League games. They are currently 8th in the table, just three points behind Newcastle. Brighton's form has been built on a strong attack, which has scored 29 goals in 18 league games this season.

Prediction

This is a difficult game to predict, as both teams are in good form. However, Newcastle's home record this season is excellent, and they will be confident of taking all three points. Brighton will be looking to cause an upset, but Newcastle are the more likely winners.

Lineups

Newcastle United: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Guimaraes, Longstaff, Joelinton; Almiron, Wilson, Saint-Maximin

Brighton Hove Albion: Sanchez; Veltman, Dunk, Webster; March, Caicedo, Gross, Estupinan; Trossard, Welbeck, Mitoma

Betting Tips

Newcastle to win: 11/10

Draw: 13/5

Brighton to win: 11/2