Alan Shearer's 'angry' nine-word reaction to Newcastle United's defeat to Brighton

The Magpies had 60% possession and 21 efforts at goal but couldn’t find a breakthrough. It was the first time Eddie Howe’s have failed to score at St James’ Park since the 0-0 draw with Leicester City in May 2023, the night the club qualified for the Champions League.

Danny Welbeck’s first-half goal was the difference to inflict only a second home defeat of 2024 on United. Their last was the 3-2 defeat to Manchester City in January.

The result sees Newcastle’s winless run in the Premier League stretch to four game with Howe’s side now going six hours and 45 minutes without a goal from open play in all competitions.

Reacting to Newcastle’s defeat, Shearer said: “Newcastle very very poor in front of goal again [angry emoji]”

Alexander Isak, who returned from three games out with a broken toe, and Anthony Gordon oversaw the Magpies’ best chances.

But they remain without another striker in Callum Wilson, and it is hoped he can return for next Sunday’s trip to Chelsea.