Premier League Regular Season - 35
Newcastle 3 - 1 FT Brighton
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
12' W. Osula (J. Murphy)
↓ M. Wieffer ↑J. Veltman 18'
J. Veltman 22'
24' D. Burn (Bruno Guimaraes)
K. Mitoma 39'
HT
53' D. Burn
J. Hinshelwood (D. Welbeck) 61'
68' ↓ J. Willock ↑L. Hall
68' ↓ J. Murphy ↑H. Barnes
68' ↓ W. Osula ↑Y. Wissa
↓ C. Baleba ↑C. Kostoulas 80'
↓ D. Welbeck ↑G. Rutter 80'
↓ J. Veltman ↑M. De Cuyper 81'
85' S. Tonali
F. Hurzeler 87'
87' Y. Wissa
↓ J. Hinshelwood ↑L. Dunk 88'
90'+1 ↓ Bruno Guimaraes ↑J. Ramsey
J. P. van Hecke 90'+2
90'+5 H. Barnes
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Newcastle
Goalkeepers
Nick Pope 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Lewis Miley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malick Thiaw 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Sven Botman 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Dan Burn 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Bruno Guimarães 
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
0
Contribution
0
Contribution
7.5
Rating
Yes
Captain
Sandro Tonali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacob Murphy 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
6%
Pass Acc
Joe Willock
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Joelinton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
William Osula 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Aaron Ramsdale 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lewis Hall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kieran Trippier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harvey Barnes 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.5
Rating
Jacob Ramsey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yoane Wissa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Gordon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Elanga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nick Woltemade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brighton
Goalkeepers
Bart Verbruggen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Mats Wieffer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
18
Entry
Jan Paul van Hecke 
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
72
Passes
16
Duels
Olivier Boscagli
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
82
Passes
8
Duels
Ferdi Kadıoğlu
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Pascal Groß
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
69
Passes
8
Duels
Carlos Baleba
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Yankuba Minteh
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jack Hinshelwood
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.5
Rating
Kaoru Mitoma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Danny Welbeck 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
BENCH
Jason Steele
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Joël Veltman
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
81
Entry
Maxim De Cuyper
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Igor Júlio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lewis Dunk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yasin Ayari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matt O'Riley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Georginio Rutter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charalampos Kostoulas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | Brighton | 2 - 1 | Newcastle | Premier League | Amex Stadium |
| 05/04/2025 | Brighton | 1 - 1 | Newcastle | Premier League | American Express Stadium |
| 03/02/2025 | Newcastle | 1 - 2 (AET) | Brighton | FA Cup | St. James' Park |
| 10/19/2024 | Newcastle | 0 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 05/11/2024 | Newcastle | 1 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 09/02/2023 | Brighton | 3 - 1 | Newcastle | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 07/28/2023 | Brighton | 1 - 2 | Newcastle | Premier League - Summer Series | Red Bull Arena |
| 05/18/2023 | Newcastle | 4 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | St. James' Park |
| 08/13/2022 | Brighton | 0 - 0 | Newcastle | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 03/05/2022 | Newcastle | 2 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | St. James' Park |
Newcastle Win
Brighton Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 35 GD: +41
P: 35 GD: +40
P: 35 GD: +15
P: 35 GD: +12
P: 35 GD: +4
P: 35 GD: +3
P: 35 GD: +6
P: 35 GD: +7
P: 35 GD: +6
P: 35 GD: 0
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -19
P: 35 GD: -36
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 37 | 82 | 69 | 26 | +43 | |
| 2 | Manchester City | 37 | 78 | 76 | 33 | +43 | |
| 3 | Manchester United | 37 | 68 | 66 | 50 | +16 | |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 37 | 62 | 54 | 48 | +6 | |
| 5 | Liverpool | 37 | 59 | 62 | 52 | +10 | |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 37 | 56 | 57 | 53 | +4 | |
| 7 | Brighton | 37 | 53 | 52 | 43 | +9 | |
| 8 | Chelsea | 37 | 52 | 57 | 50 | +7 | |
| 9 | Brentford | 37 | 52 | 54 | 51 | +3 | |
| 10 | Sunderland | 37 | 51 | 40 | 47 | -7 | |
| 11 | Newcastle | 37 | 49 | 53 | 53 | 0 | |
| 12 | Everton | 37 | 49 | 47 | 49 | -2 | |
| 13 | Fulham | 37 | 49 | 45 | 51 | -6 | |
| 14 | Leeds | 37 | 47 | 49 | 53 | -4 | |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 37 | 45 | 40 | 49 | -9 | |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest | 37 | 43 | 47 | 50 | -3 | |
| 17 | Tottenham | 37 | 38 | 47 | 57 | -10 | |
| 18 | West Ham | 37 | 36 | 43 | 65 | -22 | |
| 19 | Burnley | 37 | 21 | 37 | 74 | -37 | |
| 20 | Wolves | 37 | 19 | 26 | 67 | -41 |
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +16
P: 37 GD: +6
P: 37 GD: +10
P: 37 GD: +4
P: 37 GD: +9
P: 37 GD: +7
P: 37 GD: +3
P: 37 GD: -7
P: 37 GD: 0
P: 37 GD: -2
P: 37 GD: -6
P: 37 GD: -4
P: 37 GD: -9
P: 37 GD: -3
P: 37 GD: -10
P: 37 GD: -22
P: 37 GD: -37
P: 37 GD: -41
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Ruthless Magpies Derail Brighton's European Push
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. Newcastle United delivered a clinical counter-attacking performance that severely dents the visitors' European ambitions while securing vital late-season pride.
The Opening Act
The atmosphere at St. James' Park was crackling as Newcastle set out to disrupt the continental aspirations of the visiting side. Despite seeing very little of the ball early on, the hosts brought an off-the-charts Intensity to their transitions that left the opposition reeling. The tone was emphatically set in the 12th minute when W. Osula found the back of the net after a precise delivery from J. Murphy. Rather than retreating, the Magpies doubled down on their clinical strategy. By the 24th minute, D. Burn doubled the advantage, capping off a clever sequence orchestrated by Bruno Guimaraes. It was a textbook display of punishing efficiency against a possession-heavy Brighton setup.
The Pivot
Staring down a two-goal deficit, the Seagulls dominated possession, holding 67% of the ball, and began applying immense pressure with 10 set-piece deliveries. This relentless probing shifted the Balance of the match in the second half, threatening to turn the tide. Their breakthrough finally arrived in the 61st minute when J. Hinshelwood struck, brilliantly set up by D. Welbeck to halve the deficit. However, the hosts were anchored by an incredible defensive spine. Sven Botman commanded the backline with an outstanding man-of-the-match performance, clearing danger at every turn. Behind him, Nick Pope stood tall, producing three crucial saves to deny the visitors an equaliser during their most dominant spell.
Resolution
As the clock ticked down, the Stakes for the visitors became painfully clear. Desperate to protect their 6th-place standing and Europa League status, they threw bodies forward, leaving vast spaces behind. The match turned into a shooting gallery, with a combined 25 shots reflecting the frantic closing stages. The Upset Factor was fully cemented in the dying moments. In the fifth minute of stoppage time, H. Barnes seized upon a fractured defensive line to bury a solo effort and seal a 3-1 victory. The result leaves the Magpies sitting comfortably mid-table while delivering a massive blow to the visitors' European dreams with just four games remaining.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal?
W. Osula struck early, scoring in the 12th minute to give Newcastle the lead.
Who was the standout player?
Sven Botman delivered an outstanding defensive performance, earning the man-of-the-match honours.
How many saves did the goalkeeper make?
Nick Pope made three crucial saves to deny Brighton and secure the home victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
European Dreams Meet Geordie Frustration
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. A stark contrast in momentum sets the stage as soaring Brighton look to capitalize on Newcastle's late-season slump.
The Setup
Brighton arrive at St. James' Park on May 02, 2026, boasting a scintillating run of results to cement their grip on sixth place. Meanwhile, 14th-placed Newcastle are desperate to halt a brutal four-match losing streak. The Stakes might appear somewhat muted for the mid-table hosts, but local pride and a restless fanbase demand a response. Despite the noticeable gap in the standings, the pre-match Balance suggests an incredibly tight affair, with the underlying metrics giving both sides an almost equal probability of snatching all three points. Expect an open game with goals certainly on the menu.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on Anthony Gordon taking on the visiting attack led by Danny Welbeck. Gordon brings vital attacking thrust for the hosts with two goals in his last two outings, acting as the primary catalyst to boost his side's Stars rating. He will look to outshine veteran striker Welbeck, who arrives in solid goalscoring rhythm and will look to exploit a fragile home defensive line.
Our Prediction
Brighton's superior Form should see them dictate the tempo, but Newcastle's sheer desperation will make it a chaotic, scrappy affair. We expect an entertaining, high-scoring draw, with the visitors taking an early lead before the home side rallies fueled by the passionate crowd.