Newcastle United 0-1 Brighton

Current streaks

Recent form

Newcastle United

Newcastle United's recent form has been relatively solid, with the team currently sitting in 7th place in the Premier League. Over their last six matches across all competitions, they've managed three wins, two draws, and only one loss, showcasing their resilience. Defensively, the team has been fairly strong, conceding an average of just one goal per game and keeping two clean sheets in this period. Their attacking output has been consistent, scoring in five out of the six matches, though their average of 1.17 goals per game suggests room for improvement. Interestingly, 67% of their games have seen both teams score, indicating exciting matches for spectators. The team's ability to compete with top sides is evident from their recent draw against Manchester City, while their only loss came in a high-scoring 3-1 defeat to Fulham, which stands out as the highest-scoring game in this run.

Brighton

Brighton's recent form showcases a resilient team with a penchant for high-scoring encounters. Their last six matches have been a mixed bag, with two wins, three draws, and one loss, demonstrating their ability to consistently secure points. Notably, four out of their last six games have seen over 2.5 goals, including three matches with five goals each, highlighting Brighton's involvement in exciting, goal-rich contests. Their most recent victory, a 3-2 win against Tottenham Hotspur, exemplifies this trend. Despite conceding an average of 1.83 goals per game, Brighton's offensive prowess matches this exact figure, resulting in a neutral goal difference. The team's ability to find the net is further emphasized by the fact that both teams scored in 83% of these matches, suggesting that Brighton games are rarely uneventful for spectators.

Recent home/away form

Newcastle United

Newcastle United's recent home form has been impressive, with the team on a five-game winning streak at St. James' Park across all competitions. Their defensive prowess is particularly noteworthy, having kept four clean sheets in their last six home matches and conceding only two goals during this period. The Magpies have been consistent in their scoring, finding the net in every game, with a standout performance in their 4-0 friendly victory over Girona. While most of their recent home games have been low-scoring affairs, with four out of six matches ending with under 2.5 goals, Newcastle has maintained a solid average of 1.67 goals scored per game. This combination of defensive solidity and reliable goal-scoring has contributed to their strong position in the league, currently sitting 7th with 12 points from 7 games.

Brighton

Brighton's away form has been impressive, with a notable run of four consecutive wins prior to their most recent two games. Their goal-scoring prowess is evident, averaging 2.67 goals per game in their last six matches. Two particularly high-scoring games stand out: a 5-1 victory against Kashima and a 4-2 defeat to Chelsea, both demonstrating Brighton's attacking capabilities even in defeat. Despite conceding in their last four away games, Brighton maintained a positive goal difference of 8, showcasing their offensive strength. Their tendency for high-scoring matches is reflected in the fact that 67% of their games saw over 2.5 goals, providing excitement for spectators. However, their recent loss to Chelsea ended their unbeaten away streak, suggesting a potential shift in form that bears watching in future fixtures.