Newcastle United vs Brighton Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Seagulls have reached the FA Cup fifth round in three consecutive campaigns.

Newcastle United are all set to lock horns with Brighton in the FA Cup 2024-25 fifth-round fixture at home. This is going to be a crucial clash for both sides. The Magpies ended up as the better side against Birmingham City FC in their previous FA Cup encounter. The Seagulls took down Chelsea to proceed.

The Magpies will be at home and it will be added as an advantage for them. Newcastle United do have the calibre to get to the next stage but their inconsistent form might come in their way. Eddie Howe’s men will have to come up with some consistent level of play to get to the FA Cup quarterfinals.

Brighton will be looking to continue their winning momentum going into the cup competition match against the Magpies. The Seagulls have shown some great run of form as they defeated Chelsea twice in the matter of one month. They still are going to have a tough time against Newcastle United.

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Kick-off:

• Location: Newcastle, England
• Stadium: St. James’ Park
• Date: Sunday, March 2
• Kick-off Time: 19:15 IST/ 13:45 GMT/ 08:45 ET/ 05:45 PT
• Referee: Anthony Taylor
• VAR: In use

Form:

Newcastle United: W-W-L-W-L

Brighton: L-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Joseph Willock (Newcastle United)

Joe Willock who is a midfielder can also play as a left-winger for the Magpies. He scored a brace in his previous Newcastle United game. The English midfielder helped the Magpies come back and secure a win in their last FA Cup game.

Georgino Rutter (Brighton)

In a couple of FA Cup fixtures, Georgino Rutter has been able to score three goals for the Seagulls. The French forward is going to play a crucial role for Brighton in their attacking front. Rutter will have to step up for his side and lead them to a win against the Magpies.

Match Facts

• Newcastle United have won just two of their last 15 meetings with Brighton.
• The Seagulls have won each of their last four FA Cup clashes against the Magpies.
• Brighton are on a four-match winning streak across all competitions.

Newcastle United vs Brighton: Betting Tips and Odds

• Brighton to win @9/4 Coral
• Goals under 3.5 @7/12 vbet
• Alexander Isak to score @15/4 bet365

Injury and Team News

Joelinton, Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles will not be in action for Newcastle United due to their injuries. Alexander Isak’s availability is not yet confirmed.

Eddie Howe on Alex Isak:"I haven’t seen him since the game, we don’t think it is a long-term problem, but there was no risk taken on Wednesday and there can’t be at this stage of the season. We will see how he is today and have a discussion with him, if he is fit, he will… pic.twitter.com/xc06TIxqZF

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) February 28, 2025

James Milner, Igor and four more players are injured and will not be available for Brighton.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 20

Newcastle United won: 5

Brighton won: 8

Draws: 7

Predicted Lineups

Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Pope (GK); Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall; Guimaraes, Tonali; Murphy, Gordon, Willock; Wilson

Brighton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Verbruggen (GK); Lamptey, Van Hecke, Webster, Estupinan; Baleba, Gomez; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Joao Pedro

Match Prediction

Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United are a strong side but with Brighton’s current form, the Magpies are likely to get knocked out.

Prediction: Newcastle United 1-2 Brighton

Telecast Details

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: BBC Radio 5, tabii

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport GOtv football

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