Barnes, Elanga And Trippier To Start | 4-3-3 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Brighton | OneFootball

Newcastle United will welcome Brighton and Hove Albion at St. James’ Park this Saturday as they look to secure a positive result at home in the Premier League. The Magpies suffered a disappointing 1-0 loss away at Arsenal recently, so they would be eager to return to winning ways this weekend.

Eddie Howe will opt for the 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make some changes to his first team for this game. Harvey Barnes, Anthony Elanga and Kieran Trippier could all play from the start of this clash.

4-3-3 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup To Face Brighton

Defence

Nick Pope will function in between the sticks for the Magpies after conceding one goal in his last appearance. Malick Thiaw will get the nod to operate alongside Sven Botman at the centre of the Newcastle backline as they try to keep the opposition attackers frustrated throughout the 90 minutes.

Kieran Trippier will try to put in a good performance as the right-back, while Lewis Hall hopes to prove his value on the other flank as the left-back. Both of them will have to pick and choose their moments to join in on the attack.

Alex Murphy will offer cover for the defensive positions on the bench.

LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 25: Sven Botman of Newcastle United and Declan Rice of Arsenal battle for possession during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on April 25, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

Midfield

Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton will make up Newcastle’s midfield as they look to establish their superiority over the opposition at the centre of the park and orchestrate some meaningful openings for their teammates to find the back of the net.

Jacob Ramsey will have to settle for a spot on the bench as he waits for his chance to shine in the second 45 minutes if needed.

Attack

Harvey Barnes will hope to make a difference on the left flank, while Anthony Elanga looks to prove his worth as the right-winger. Both of them will hope to get to the byline at every chance they can get.

William Osula will spearhead Newcastle’s attack up top. He has to find a way to be a constant menace down the middle.

Yoane Wissa and Jacob Murphy will make up the numbers on the bench and might come on to influence the game in the latter stages if the Magpies are in need of a goal by then.