Newcastle are hoping to get back to winning ways this weekend when they face Brighton at St. James’ Park.
The Magpies are currently in seventh in the table, while Brighton are just one position above in sixth, so there is a lot riding on this one.
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Newcastle Recent Form
Newcastle are without a win in three Premier League games. Over the last month they have lost 3-1 against Newcastle, drawn 1-1 with Man City and drawn 0-0 versus Everton.
They progressed in the League Cup but were uninspiring in a 1-0 defeat of Wimbledon.
Newcastle Injury News
Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles are long-term absentees due to serious knee injuries, but the latter is reportedly back in training.
Kieran Trippier and Lewis Miley are out, while Alexander Isak, Callum Wilson, Martin Dubravka and Matt Targett are doubts.
Last Newcastle Lineup
Here’s how Newcastle lined up against Everton.
Brighton Recent Form
Brighton have won two, drawn two and lost one of their last five games in all competitions.
Last time out in the Premier League, they came from two goals down to beat Tottenham 3-2, but prior to that they drew 2-2 against Nottingham Forest and lost 4-2 against Chelsea.
Brighton Injury News
Adam Webster was injured in the Spurs victory and he joins James Milner, Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley on the physio’s table.
Julio Enciso and Pervis Estupinan were in South America over the international break so they may be benched after arriving home later than their team-mates.
Last Brighton Lineup
Here’s how Brighton lined up against Tottenham.
Newcastle vs Brighton – who is the referee and VAR?
Referee: Peter Bankes
Assistants: Eddie Smart, Nick Greenhalgh
Fourth official: James Bell
VAR: Tony Harrington
Assistant VAR: Constantine Hatzidakis
Newcastle – Player To Watch
With Isak and Wilson not fully fit, the attacking pressure will again be thrust upon Anthony Gordon in the final third, though Eddie Howe needs to get him in his best position down the left.
Brighton – Player To Watch
Danny Welbeck scored the all-important winner against Spurs a couple of weeks ago and that took his tally to four for the season. His form continues to keep wonderkid Evan Ferguson on the bench.
Newcastle vs Brighton – Prediction
Both Newcastle and Brighton have drawn just as many games as they have won this season and they are so close in the table that this looks a likely draw.
Scoreline prediction – Newcastle 2-2 Brighton
Newcastle vs Brighton – Betting Tips
– Newcastle have scored in six and conceded in four of their last six home games, while Brighton have scored in five and conceded in five of their last six away games
