Early goals from Ryan Fraser and Fabian Schar saw The Magpies go 2-0 up inside the opening quarter-hour.
Brighton pulled a goal back in the second half as Lewis Dunk turned the ball in from a corner to reduce the deficit but Newcastle were able to hang on.
Our writer Dominic Scurr has dished out his player ratings from the the match…
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Our writer Dominic Scurr has dished out his player ratings from the the match…
5. Matt Targett - 7
Had an injury scare just before half-time but battled on to put in another composed display.
Photo: Stu Forster
6. Jonjo Shelvey - 6
A quiet display based on his recent showings. Was still able to pick out a few good passes during the game.
Photo: OLI SCARFF
7. Joe Willock - 6
Not quite at the same levels of his past two performances. Got into some decent areas but unable to pose much of a threat.
Photo: Stu Forster
8. Joelinton - 7
Broke the play up well at times but Brighton dealt with his presence quite well. Booked.
Photo: Ian MacNicol