Eddie Howe post-match reaction to Newcastle's defeat to Brighton.

But it was the surprising decision made by Newcastle manager Eddie Howe to take off midfielder Sandro Tonali just past the hour mark, which saw boos ring around the stadium. Newcastle fans let the manager know they were not happy with his decision to substitute Tonali in the 65th minute.

Newcastle United missed a couple of golden opportunities to drag themselves back into the game and were punished for their profligacy in front of goal by a resolute Brighton side.The defeat means Newcastle United end the day sat 8th in the Premier League table and without a goal from open play in over seven hours of football.

Newcastle were beaten 1-0 on Saturday via Danny Welbeck's winner for the Seagulls.

Newcastle United are unbeaten so far at home this season and have tasted just one defeat in all competitions, coming at Craven Cottage against Fulham last month. Eddie Howe ’s side currently sit 7th in the table and know a win today would see them end the day above their visitors.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has provided a positive update in regards to star striker Alexander Isak. The Sweden international has missed Newcastle’s last three games due to a broke toe but the Fantasy Premier League ( FPL) favourite could return for the club’s clash with Brighton on Saturday.

EDDIE Howe jumped to the defence of Alexander Isak after the striker fired a blank against Brighton - though admitted his star frontman isn't at his best.

Eddie Howe has defended Alexander Isak after the striker missed several chances in Newcastle United’s 1-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion.

Newcastle United return to Premier League action on Saturday as they host Brighton & Hove Albion at St James’ Park for the first match following the latest international break. Both teams are level on points (12) sitting 6th and 7th in the Premier League table through the first seven games of the season.