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Newcastle United vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
TL;DR
Brighton & Hove Albion visits Newcastle United on Saturday, aiming to secure sixth place in the Premier League. Newcastle is struggling with four consecutive league defeats and seeks to regain form at home.
Key points
- Brighton aims to secure sixth place in the Premier League.
- Newcastle United is on a four-match losing streak.
- Brighton has collected 13 points from their last 15 available.
- Newcastle has historically struggled against Brighton in the Premier League.
- A win for Brighton would enhance their European qualification chances.
Newcastle UnitedBrighton & Hove AlbionPremier League
Newcastle United vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
Brighton & Hove Albion travel to St. James’ Park on Saturday, aiming to solidify their grip on sixth place with a win over struggling Newcastle United.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side are currently the most in-form team in the Premier League. They have collected 13 points from their last 15 available. Meanwhile, Newcastle United are desperate to arrest a damaging slump after four consecutive league defeats. Eddie Howe’s men have failed to find much rhythm since their heavy European exit earlier this season.
A victory for the Seagulls would provide significant daylight in a crowded race for European qualification. They currently top a form table based on results since late February. That said, Newcastle have historically found some success in this fixture at home. They have won two of their last three meetings with Brighton on Tyneside. However, those remain their only two Premier League victories over the visitors in 17 attempts.
Newcastle United vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
- Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 BST
- Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle
- Referee: Craig Pawson
- VAR: Tony Harrington
- Last Meeting: Brighton 2–1 Newcastle (18 Oct 2025, Premier League)
Team news
Newcastle United
Bruno Guimaraes is fit to start after appearing unscathed against Arsenal following his recent injury. Joelinton is also back for the Magpies after serving a yellow-card suspension. Eddie Howe is optimistic that will recover from a minor groin problem. However, , , and remain sidelined through injury. could be reinstated in goal after narrowly avoided a red card last weekend.
Q&A
What is the current form of Brighton & Hove Albion ahead of the match against Newcastle United?
Brighton is in excellent form, having collected 13 points from their last 15 available in the Premier League.
How many consecutive league defeats has Newcastle United faced before the match against Brighton?
Newcastle United has suffered four consecutive league defeats leading up to the match.
What is the historical performance of Newcastle United against Brighton at home?
Newcastle has won two of their last three home meetings with Brighton, but those are their only two Premier League victories over Brighton in 17 attempts.
What is at stake for Brighton in the match against Newcastle?
A victory for Brighton would help them solidify their grip on sixth place and improve their chances for European qualification.
