Newcastle United are set to host Brighton & Hove Albion in a Premier League clash this Saturday, May 2, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm at St. James' Park. A crowd of approximately 52,000 supporters is expected to fill the iconic North East venue as both teams vie for vital points in the closing stages of the campaign.
How to Watch Newcastle vs Brighton
Kick-off Time and Venue
The match kicks off at 3pm BST at St. James' Park. Fans are advised to arrive early to enjoy the atmosphere at one of England's most historic football grounds.
UK Television Coverage
There will be no live television broadcast of this fixture in the United Kingdom due to the longstanding 3pm blackout rule. Enforced by UEFA Article 48, this restriction prohibits the televising of football matches between 2:45pm and 5:15pm on Saturdays, aiming to protect attendances across all tiers of English football.
UK Online Streaming
As the game falls within the blackout window, official live streaming on platforms such as Sky Go or the TNT Sports app will not be available to UK-based viewers.
Watching in the US
American fans can watch the full match live on Peacock Premium, NBC's dedicated streaming service for Premier League coverage. The broadcast is expected to begin shortly before the 10am ET kick-off, enabling US viewers to enjoy every moment of the action.
Highlights
UK supporters can catch comprehensive highlights on BBC's Match of the Day, airing Saturday at 10:25pm. Shorter highlight packages and all goals are typically uploaded to the Sky Sports website and the official Sky Sports Premier League YouTube channel soon after the final whistle.
Radio Options
For live audio commentary in the UK, tune into BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra or BBC Radio Newcastle.
Team News
Newcastle will be without Emil Krafth, Tino Livramento, and Fabian Schar due to injuries. Brighton also have key absentees, including Jack Grealish and Jarrad Branthwaite, which may force tactical adjustments from both managers.
Head-to-Head Record
In the last 10 Premier League meetings between these sides (from 2021 to the 2025/26 season), Brighton have won four times, while Newcastle have secured only two victories. The Magpies enter this match on a four-game losing streak in the league.
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