Newcastle United is set to face Brighton & Hove Albion in a Premier League match on Saturday. The Magpies are looking to bounce back from a disappointing start to the season.

What's at Stake?

Newcastle United entered this season with high hopes after qualifying for the UEFA Champions League and having a strong performance in the EPL last season. However, the team has stumbled in the opening months of the new season. The Magpies picked up a 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest in their last match two weeks ago, snapping a short two-match winless drought in league play.

Current Standing

As of June 26, 2026, Newcastle United is 12th in the Premier League with 49 points, having won 14 games, drawn 7, and lost 17. The team's recent form has been LWDWL. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 12th | | Points | 49 | | Wins | 14 | | Draws | 7 | | Losses | 17 |

Upcoming Match

Brighton & Hove Albion and Newcastle United are level with nine points apiece, tied for 11th in the league table. The match is scheduled to take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. ET at the American Express Stadium in Brighton, U.K. The game will be broadcast on USA Network and Universo. Fans can also check out the EPL table and results online.

Key Players

Newcastle United will be looking to their key players to step up and make a difference in the match. With the team's current goal difference at -2, having scored 53 goals and conceded 55, they will need to work on their defense to secure a win. The team is also 36 points behind leaders Arsenal, making this match a crucial one in their bid to move up the league table.