Date of Tips: 15/10/2025
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Brighton & Hove Albion FC
v Newcastle United FC 
Amex Stadium
Premier League Matchday 8 
18-10-2025 14:00
Brighton Hove Form
Newcastle Form
Date: 18/10/2025
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: AMEX Stadium
The Premier League rolls on, and this weekend it’s Brighton welcoming Newcastle to the south coast. Two sides who’ve been quietly impressive so far — Brighton unbeaten at home, Newcastle unbeaten away. Something’s got to give, right?
Both teams are hovering mid-table, but don’t let that fool you. There’s real quality on both sides. Brighton are brave with the ball, Newcastle are rock-solid without it. So, who walks away smiling on Saturday evening? Let’s take a look.
Good news for both managers — no major injury dramas this week.
Fabian Hürzeler has a fully fit squad to pick from. Yep, not one player on the treatment table. Expect the Seagulls to stick with their usual 4-2-3-1 system that’s brought them plenty of success at home this season.
Jan-Paul van Hecke has been a standout in defense, Lewis Dunk continues to lead by example, and Diego Gómez’s energy in midfield gives them bite. Up top, Danny Welbeck should lead the line again, supported by Yankuba Minteh and Georginio Rutter — both full of pace and confidence.
Likely Brighton lineup:
Verbruggen; Wieffer, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Baleba, Ayari; Gómez, Rutter, Minteh; Welbeck.
Eddie Howe also has a clean bill of health — which is rare for them. Expect a 4-3-3 setup with Nick Pope back in goal and a solid defense featuring Trippier, Botman, Thiaw, and Dan Burn (returning to his old ground).
In midfield, Bruno Guimarães will pull the strings with Tonali and Joelinton alongside him. Up front, Nick Woltemade — the man of the moment — leads the line, flanked by Anthony Gordon and Anthony Elanga.
Likely Newcastle lineup:
Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Burn; Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon.
Brighton have been strong at home this season — unbeaten, scoring in every game at the AMEX. They’ve taken points off Manchester City and Tottenham already and beat Chelsea away, which says a lot.
Their xG (expected goals) sits at 11.2, the fifth-best in the league. That tells you how many chances they create. They average 11+ shots per game, and they’ve scored at least twice in four of their last six matches.
Newcastle, on the other hand, are unbeaten away. Their defense? One of the best in the league — only Arsenal have conceded fewer goals. They’ve won three of their last four and look sharp again after a shaky start.
Nick Woltemade is their man in form — four goals in his last four for club and country. Efficient, confident, and powerful in the air.
Recent meetings between these two have been fun. Both teams have scored in seven of the last nine clashes since 2021. The goals are usually spread around — Brighton have scored nine, Newcastle eight in that run.
The last time they met (May 2025), it ended 1-1. Yankuba Minteh scored early, Alexander Isak grabbed a late equalizer. Tight, tense, and hard to separate — just how this fixture usually goes.
Expect goals in this one. Brighton love to attack at home, Newcastle are slick on the counter, and both have finishers in form.
So, who gets the edge? Honestly, it feels like one of those tight, tactical battles that neither side wants to lose. Brighton will try to dictate the ball, while Newcastle’s midfield three will look to frustrate and spring forward fast.
If you’re asking me, I’m leaning toward a 1-1 draw. Both teams cancel each other out, both score, both walk away thinking they could’ve done more.
But hey, if you want a bolder shout — Brighton 2-1 Newcastle wouldn’t surprise me. Home form might just make the difference.
Match Prediction: Draw. Bet with bet365.
Brighton 1-1 Newcastle — it feels right. Both capable of goals, both organized.
If you’re chasing a bigger return, Brighton 2-1 at home has value too.
Correct Score Prediction: Brighton 1-1 Newcastle. Bet with bet365.
Brighton have been scoring for fun, Newcastle are efficient on the break, and history says goals. Over 2.5 feels the safe bet, over 3.5 if you fancy excitement.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Here’s a combo I like for this one:
That’s your Saturday drama ticket — goals, tension, and maybe a share of the spoils.
Bet Builder Tip: Over 2.5 Goals, Woltemade Anytime, Draw. Bet with bet365.
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It’s hard to call, but a draw looks most likely. Brighton’s home edge vs Newcastle’s away record — it’s even.
I’m going 1-1, but don’t rule out 2-1 to Brighton if they take their chances.
Yes. History says yes, stats say yes, and both attacks are in form.
Nick Woltemade. The German striker is full of confidence and loves big games.
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