Newcastle take on Brighton in the FA Cup with both sides vying for a place in the quarter-finals as they look to end respective trophy droughts.
While much has been made of Newcastle’s 70-year plight since winning this competition in 1955, Brighton have never won a major trophy, having been losing finalists in 1983.
And neither side will be letting up today, with the tournament having opened up after early exits for both Liverpool and Arsenal.
Eddie Howe’s side enter the match having already booked a place in the Carabao Cup final this season, while Brighton have improved in recent weeks and find themselves firmly in the race for European football alongside the Magpies.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match:
When is Newcastle vs Brighton?
The match is scheduled to kick off at 1.45pm GMT on Sunday, 2 March at St James’ Park in Newcastle.
How can I watch the match?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 12.45pm. Subscribers can also watch online via ITVX.
Line-ups
Newcastle XI: Pope; Livramento, Schar, Burn, Trippier; Miley, Tonali, Joelinton; Barnes, Isak, Gordon.
Brighton XI: Verbruggen; Lamptey, van Hecke, Webster, Estupinan; Baleba, Hinshelwood; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Pedro.
Odds
Newcastle win - 11/10
Draw - 13/5
Brighton win - 23/10
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Prediction
Both sides will likely name a strong starting eleven with a week until their next match, with home advantage potentially playing an important role for the Magpies. It will be close but Eddie Howe’s side should have enough to book a place in the quarter-finals.
Newcastle 2-1 Brighton.
