Sunday Afternoon Football at the Amex
This Sunday, May 4, 2025, Brighton & Hove Albion will host Newcastle United at the American Express Stadium in Falmer. The match kicks off at 1:00 PM UK time (13:00 UTC) in what promises to be an exciting Premier League encounter.
What’s at Stake?
- Brighton are pushing for a European competition spot
- Newcastle want to finish in the top six
- Both teams play attacking football, so expect goals!
Expected Starting Lineups
Brighton (Likely 4-2-3-1 Formation)
- Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen (Netherlands)
- Right-back: Mats Wieffer (Netherlands)
- Center-back: Lewis Dunk (England)
- Center-back: Jan Paul van Hecke (Netherlands)
- Left-back: Pervis Estupiñán (Ecuador)
- Defensive mid: Carlos Baleba (Cameroon)
- Defensive mid: Jack Hinshelwood (England)
- Right wing: Yankuba Minteh (Gambia)
- Attacking mid: Matt O’Riley (Denmark)
- Left wing: Kaoru Mitoma (Japan)
- Striker: Danny Welbeck (England)
Newcastle (Likely 4-3-3 Formation)
- Goalkeeper: Nick Pope (England)
- Right-back: Kieran Trippier (England)
- Center-back: Fabian Schär (Switzerland)
- Center-back: Dan Burn (England)
- Left-back: Tino Livramento (England)
- Midfielder: Bruno Guimarães (Brazil)
- Midfielder: Sandro Tonali (Italy)
- Midfielder: Joe Willock (England)
- Right wing: Jacob Murphy (England)
- Left wing: Harvey Barnes (England)
- Striker: Alexander Isak (Sweden)
Key Battles to Watch
- Kaoru Mitoma vs Kieran Trippier – Brighton’s tricky winger against Newcastle’s experienced defender
- Alexander Isak vs Lewis Dunk – Newcastle’s star striker against Brighton’s captain
- Bruno Guimarães vs Carlos Baleba – A midfield battle of skill and strength
- Danny Welbeck vs Fabian Schär – Brighton’s veteran forward against Newcastle’s center-back
How the Game Might Play Out
Brighton’s Strengths
✅ Possession football – They like to control the game
✅ Creative wingers – Mitoma and Minteh can trouble any defense
✅ Home advantage – Strong record at the Amex
Newcastle’s Strengths
✅ Counter-attacks – Isak and Barnes are quick on the break
✅ Set pieces – Trippier’s deliveries are dangerous
✅ Physicality – Strong in midfield and defense
Recent Form
Brighton’s last 5 games: ✅❌✅✅❌ (3 wins, 2 losses)
Newcastle’s last 5 games: ✅✅❌✅✅ (4 wins, 1 loss)
Match Prediction
This should be a close game with both teams creating chances.
Our prediction: Brighton 2-2 Newcastle
⚽ Scorers: Mitoma, Welbeck (Brighton) | Isak, Barnes (Newcastle)
How to Watch
📺 UK: Sky Sports Premier League
🌍 International: Check local Premier League broadcasters
📱 Online: Via official broadcaster apps
Final Thoughts
Sunday’s early kickoff promises an entertaining match between two teams who like to attack. Brighton’s technical play against Newcastle’s direct style should make for an exciting contest. The battle between Mitoma and Trippier could be worth the price of admission alone!
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