NEWCASTLE – Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe was disappointed by how his side conceded the only goal of the game to Brighton & Hove Albion on Oct 19 as Danny Welbeck’s first-half strike gave the visitors all three points in their English Premier League clash.

Newcastle United co-owner Jamie Reuben has reacted to their defeat against Brighton at St James’ Park.

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.

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

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 United manager Eddie Howe was disappointed by how his side conceded the only goal of the game to Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday as Danny Welbeck's first-half strike gave the visitors all three points in their Premier League clash.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe was disappointed by how his side conceded the only goal of the game to Brighton on Saturday.

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.

NEWCASTLE, England - Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe was disappointed by how his side conceded the only goal of the game to Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday as Danny Welbeck's first-half strike gave the visitors all three points in their Premier League clash.