Newcastle are losing 1-0 to Brighton & Hove Albion at St James’ Park - here are the half-time player ratings from the match.
The Magpies returned to Premier League action following the international break with head coach Eddie Howe making two changes from the side that drew 0-0 at Everton a fortnight ago. The injured Kieran Trippier was left out and replaced by Tino Livramento while Harvey Barnes dropped to the bench to make way for the returning Alexander Isak.
18-year-old midfielder Lewis Miley also returned to the matchday squad for the first time since March following a lengthy spell out injured.
After a dominant start to the match by Newcastle, it was Brighton that took the lead against the run of play as Dany Welbeck broke through on goal and stroked the ball into the bottom right corner.
Brighton were able to hold on to the lead until half-time as Newcastle looked to turn things around in the second half.
Ultimately, Brighton were able to hold out for the win as Newcastle suffered only their second home defeat of 2024. The 1-0 scoreline also meant it was the first time The Magpies had failed to score in a Premier League home match since May 2023, a run of 22 games.
Here are the Newcastle player ratings from the match...
5. Lewis Hall - 7
Played good ball down the line to release Gordon. Showed real quality in possession and posed a threat getting forward while continuing to improve defensively barring one lapse attempting to head the ball clear in the second half. Booked. | Getty Images
6. Bruno Guimaraes - 6
Played some great passes across the park and helped Newcastle gain some early control. Lost some of that as the game wore on but kept going and tried to make things happen as Newcastle pushed for a goal. | Getty Images
7. Sandro Tonali - 6
Showed good energy at times and linked play up well but Brighton have been able to bypass him in the transition on a couple of occasions. Had a couple of flashes of quality but faded after a positive start. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton - 7
Grew into the game in the second half and got forward well with power and purpose. | Getty Images