Brighton & Hove Albion will try to avoid losing back-to-back matches since last fall when the club hosts Newcastle United on Saturday at Amex Stadium in East Sussex. The last time the Seagulls lost consecutive games was in October when they were beaten by Spurs (1-0) and Brentford (2-0). They enter Saturday's Premier League match off a 3-1 defeat to West Ham in which they owned 78% possession. Meanwhile, Newcastle have lost back-to-back matches to Manchester City and a 10-man Liverpool side.
Kickoff is at 12:30 p.m. ET. The Magpies are the slight +145 favorites (risk $100 to win $145) in the latest Newcastle vs. Brighton odds, with the Seagulls the +155 underdogs. A draw is priced at +280, and the over/under for total goals scored is 3.5. Before locking in any Brighton vs. Newcastle picks or English Premier League predictions, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has to say.
After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Since last year's World Cup, Green has been profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+4.78 units), the FA Cup (+3.07), the EFL Cup (+3.09) and MLS (+2.18).
Now, Green has broken down Newcastle vs. Brighton from every angle and just revealed his picks and EPL predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Green's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Brighton vs. Newcastle:
- Newcastle vs. Brighton spread: Newcastle -0.5 (+140), Brighton +0.5 (-180)
- Newcastle vs. Brighton over/under: 3.5 goals
- Newcastle vs. Brighton money line: Newcastle +145, Brighton +155, Draw +280
- NEW: The Magpies are tied for fourth in the EPL in goals (six)
- BHA: Solly March is tied for the EPL lead in goals (three)
- Newcastle vs. Brighton picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why you should back Newcastle United
The Magpies have controlled the series against Brighton recently. Newcastle are unbeaten in their last four matches against Brighton, securing two wins and two draws. Last season, these teams drew 0-0 at the Amex, and the Magpies then eased to a 4-1 victory over the Seagulls at St. James' Park on May 18. These teams also played a preseason match in July in New Jersey with Newcastle winning 2-1.
In addition, the Magpies have the personnel to beat Brighton on the counterattack. Last week, West Ham had just 22% possession against the Seagulls but punished Brighton on the break with goals from James Ward-Prowse, Jarrod Bowen and Michail Antonio. Led by Alexander Isak, who has two goals through three matches, Newcastle has the talent to follow West Ham's blueprint. See which team to pick here.
Why you should back Brighton & Hove Albion
The Seagulls have had Newcastle's number at Amex Stadium. The Magpies haven't won any of their six Premier League games at the Amex, with two losses and four draws. Newcastle's last away win against Brighton came in February 2017 in the EFL Championship.
In addition, the Seagulls' attack has been strong to start the season. Brighton lead the EPL in shots (68), shots on target (30), touches in the opposition box (159) and xG (7.7). Brighton's 30 shots on target are the most by any EPL team in its first three games of a season since 2011 when Manchester City had 31. See which team to pick here.
How to make Newcastle vs. Brighton picks
Green has broken down the Premier League match from every possible angle. He is leaning Over on the goal total and has locked in two total best bets, including one that offers a plus-money payout. He's sharing his Premier League picks and analysis only at SportsLine.
So who wins Newcastle vs. Brighton on Saturday, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in Brighton vs. Newcastle have all the value, all from the soccer expert who is profitable across multiple leagues, and find out.
