Newcastle may not have reached the heights of Champions League qualification like last campaign, but they are still on the cusp of European qualification again.
Brighton, meanwhile, have seemingly been on Brighton beach for a while, judging by their recent form.
The two teams face each other this Saturday at St. James' Park.
Current Form
Newcastle current form
Newcastle's recent form has been mostly positive as they have lost just one out of their last seven games and that came away at Crystal Palace.
In that run, they have defeated West Ham, Fulham, Tottenham, Sheffield Utd and Burnley.
At the moment, they are sixth in the table, four points adrift of Spurs in fifth.
Brighton current form
Brighton finally managed to stop a rotten run last week when they beat Aston Villa 1-0 at home.
Prior to that, they failed to win in six games in a row and lost four of those.
Newcastle vs Brighton Team News
Fabian Schar, Jamaal Lascelles, Sven Botman, Joe Willock, Matt Targett, and Lewis Miley are all definitely out, while Kieran Trippier will be assessed before kick-off due to a calf issue.
Nick Pope missed five months of the season after undergoing shoulder surgery but was welcomed back to the squad in the last game.
For Brighton, Evan Ferguson, Solly March, Jack Hinshelwood, Kaoru Mitoma, James Milner, Tariq Lampter and Pervis Estupinan are all missing.
Key player - Newcastle
Alexander Isak's performances have seen him become a top target for Arsenal and Chelsea for the summer transfer window.
Key player - Brighton
Joao Pedro has emerged as a key forward for Brighton due to the continued absence of Even Ferguson.
Scoreline Prediction
At St. James Park, Newcastle will fancy themselves against an inconsistent Brighton side.
FAQs
What was the score the last time Newcastle played Brighton? In September, Brighton defeated Newcastle 3-1.
What is Newcastle's next match? After Brighton, Newcastle face Man Utd.
What is Brighton's next match? After Newcastle, Brighton face Chelsea.
Who is Newcastle's top scorer? Alexander Isak has scored 20 Premier League goals this season.
Who is Brighton's top scorer? Joao Pedro has scored nine Premier League goals this season.
