Match statistics snapshot
- Newcastle created the clearer chances on xG (2.02 vs 1.12, Δ 0.90).
- Newcastle fired more attempts (21 vs 10 shots).
- Brighton was more accurate in front of goal (50% on target vs 29%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 2.02Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.12 |
| 3 | Offsides | 0Lead |
| 15Lead | Shots inside the box | 8 |
| 6Lead |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 3 |
| 6Lead | Shots on target | 5 |
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| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 21Lead | Total shots | 10 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 60%Lead | Ball possession | 40% |
| 82%Lead | Pass accuracy | 79% |
| 448Lead | Accurate passes | 294 |
| 544Lead | Total passes | 371 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Corner kicks | 4 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 4 | Goalkeeper saves | 6Lead |
| 0.91 | Goals prevented | 0.91 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Fouls | 9Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 2 |