Newcastle – Brighton

Newcastle host Brighton in what promises to be a tightly contested clash, with the Magpies sitting 10th on five points after a win and two draws, boasting a modest 6‑4 goal difference. The Seagulls, languishing at 63th with four points from a win and a draw and a pristine defensive record of four clean sheets, will look to improve their standing on the road. Both sides have yet to taste defeat this season, setting up a battle between Newcastle’s slightly sharper attack and Brighton’s stingy back line. The fixture could prove pivotal for Newcastle’s push for a top‑half finish and for Brighton’s hopes of climbing out of the relegation zone.