Burn Gets 8, Botman With 7.5 | Newcastle United Players Rated In Impressive Win Vs Brighton
Burn Gets 8, Botman With 7. 5 | Newcastle United Players Rated In Impressive Win Vs Brighton Newcastle United entertained Brighton and Hove Albion at St. James’ Park earlier today as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League.
The Magpies made a strong start to the game and scored the opener in the 12th minute when William Osula found the back of the net. Dan Burn doubled his side’s advantage in the 24th minute with a good header as Eddie Howe’s men went into the half-time break 2-0 up on the scoreline. Jack Hinshelwood got a goal back for the Seagulls in the 60th minute.
Harvey Barnes killed the game off for the Magpies in injury time. The match ended with Newcastle earning an impressive 3-1 win away from home. Let’s take a look at how each Newcastle United player fared during the clash against the Seagulls.
Pope made a few solid saves at the back but failed to keep a clean sheet this afternoon. RB: Lewis Miley – 7/10 He put his foot through the ball when needed and won a few important aerial duels. CB: Malick Thiaw – 7/10 Thiaw gave a good account of himself on the defensive end of the field.
CB: Sven Botman – 7. 5/10 He performed his defensive duties well and was good on the ball. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 02: Harvey Barnes of Newcastle United celerbrates after scoring his side’s third goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion at St James’ Park on May 02, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.