3 reasons why Brighton will beat Newcastle in the Championship this evening

Chance to gain huge psychological edge

Top versus second is always a fascinating encounter, and this one takes on even greater significance given that both sides look set for promotion, but defeat here could spell danger for both sides.

Hughton’s Brighton are top and six points clear of Huddersfield in third, with Newcastle five points clear of David Wagner’s men, and with the Terriers not in action this evening, tonight’s game represents a great opportunity for one of those sides to gain a huge edge in the title race, as well as pushing the other nearer to the chasing pack.

Brighton know that victory would send them four points clear of the Magpies, who face Huddersfield and Reading in their next two games, so getting the three points this evening would certainly give them a psychological edge in the race for top spot.