Brighton vs Newcastle Prediction: Team News, Predicted Lineups and Where To Watch
Brighton, sitting mid-table, host Newcastle, who are pushing for a Champions League spot, in the Premier League at the AMEX Stadium. The match is scheduled for Sunday, May 4th, 2025, with a 14:00 kick-off.
📊 Form Guide
Brighton are currently 10th in the league and come off a narrow 3-2 win over West Ham. However, their overall form is inconsistent, ranking just 15th in current Premier League form.
Newcastle, in contrast, are flying high in 4th place and just dispatched Ipswich 3-0. Their recent form has earned them the 2nd-best ranking in the league, showcasing strong momentum heading into this match.
🔁 Head-to-Head Record
These sides last met in the FA Cup, where Newcastle edged Brighton 2-1 after extra time.
Over the last six meetings:
- Brighton Wins: 3
- Newcastle Wins: 2
- Draws: 1
Brighton also won the most recent league encounter 1-0.
🩺 Team News
Brighton Injuries/Suspensions:
Kadioglu, Milner, Steele, and Rutter are out. Webster is doubtful, and João Pedro is suspended. Veltman and Julio return, while Van Hecke is expected to start alongside Dunk in central defence.
Newcastle Injuries:
Lascelles, Targett, and Hall are out. Willock is fit and should continue in midfield.
🧠 Predicted Lineups
Brighton (4-2-3-1):
Verbruggen; Estupiñán, Dunk, Van Hecke, Wieffer; Hinshelwood, Baleba; Mitoma, O’Riley, Minteh; Welbeck
Newcastle (4-3-3):
Pope; Livramento, Burn, Schär, Trippier; Willock, Tonali, Guimarães; Barnes, Isak, Murphy
📺 Where To Watch
Kick-off is at 14:00 GMT.
Live broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
📌 Match Facts
- Brighton’s last 11 Premier League games have all seen over 2.5 goals.
- Brighton have conceded 2+ goals in each of their last 6 league matches.
- Brighton have scored 2+ goals in 8 of their last 10 league fixtures.
- The last 3 meetings with Newcastle saw under 2.5 goals.
- Newcastle’s last 6 Premier League games all went over 2.5 goals.
- Newcastle have won 6 of their last 7 Premier League matches.
- Newcastle have scored 2+ goals in 5 of their last 6 games.
🔮 Score Prediction: Brighton 1-3 Newcastle
Brighton’s leaky defence makes them vulnerable against a high-flying Newcastle attack. Expect Newcastle to take advantage of Brighton’s recent frailty at the back, with goals from fast breaks and potential errors. An away win with multiple goals looks very likely.