Before Kick-Off

Newcastle return from Anfield, where they lost 1-3. Heading into this Brighton game, they have 4 points through 5 game weeks of play.

The Seagulls hit the road after a 1-1 draw with Burnley. Brighton’s early season returns have only slightly better – they have 5 points through 5 game weeks.

Over the past two seasons, Newcastle have failed to take full points off Brighton. They have drawn twice and Brighton have won twice in the years since they came up from the Championship.