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That's the end of this live text now. Thanks for joining us this evening for a good night for Brighton - and a bad one for Newcastle. Probably a decent one for Fulham too.

Come back tomorrow for the Old Firm, two FA Cup quarter-finals and two Premier League games.

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Newcastle United

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: “It’s difficult to digest at the moment. We simply weren’t anywhere near good enough on the night. Fair play to Brighton, they were better in every department.

“We knew we’d have to be good with the ball. It was a very difficult evening for us and a painful one at that.

“We didn’t get after it well enough. Their tactics were very decent, they caught us out in that respect. We probably needed to get to half-time to clear a few things up, but overall we weren’t anywhere near the levels we need to be at. I take full responsibility for that. Unfortunately it unravelled very, very quickly.

“Our concentration levels to get to half-time were crucial, so to give a poor goal away sums it up. That was the concern for me, it was a little bit too easy for Brighton. That was typified by the first goal.

“We have to accept that we were nowhere near good enough tonight. We have two weeks now to see if we can get one or two players back.

“There’s a lot of disappointment. Over the last few weeks I’ve seen a degree of togetherness and fight, but we’ve got to be better than we were tonight to give ourselves a chance.”

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton manager Graham Potter, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: “Last time we were here we were disappointed with our second-half performance, but the response from the players has been fantastic. Quality, courage, attitude, everything you want. We survived a moment when they hit the post, but apart from that we deserved to win.

“All first half we were really good - alive, focused, our reactions when we lost the ball, our personality on the pitch. The only concern was that it was 0-0. The only thing missing was the goal to show the dominance we had in that first half. Thankfully we got it in the end.

“Scoring goals is the name of the game. Our performances in between the boxes have been really good, we’ve just been a bit short in the boxes. The game becomes a bit easier when you score. The second and third goals were really important for us.

“We just have to recover, analyse the game and see where we can improve. Our performances here have been quite good but we haven’t got the results. The margins in the league are so small that you have to keep looking at how you’re going to get over the line.”

On Danny Welbeck: “He’s an important player. I’m delighted for him because it was a fantastic finish. He played the role really well.”

Brighton have played more Premier League games against Newcastle (8) without ever losing than against any other opponent in the competition (W4 D4).

Newcastle United

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce to Sky Sports: "We were beaten by far the better team on the night. It was a very difficult evening.

"We have to take responsibility. It was at times too easy for Brighton. They were better in every department.

"Without the ball and with it was a big problem. We kept surrendering possesion back to them. We didn't do enough without the ball either.

"We needed to get to half-time and didn't quite get there. We were well beaten by a far better team.

"We know we're a little bit short. When you're 3-0 down it's very difficult to chase a game.

"I'll take full responsibility. We were nowhere near the levels we need to be. That's a concern.

"Whoever got the result tonight would feel a huge lift. We have to dust ourselves down and hopefully can get a couple [of injured players] back. We have nine games to go. We had been doing well of late to a degree.

"You need big players in big games but it will take time [for them to get fitness back after injuries]. You can't rush them back. We can't make that an excuse. We were nowhere near the levels required.

"I've been in it [the game] a long time. It's very difficult. We're still confident we can get out of the situation. I'll never give up the fight."

On Isaac Hayden's injury: "I'm sure he'll have scans. It doesn't look too good. It's a knee injury."

Newcastle United

Newcastle winger Ryan Fraser: “The mood is the lowest it’s been. We just weren’t good enough. It was a must-win game after doing alright in the last couple of weeks. It didn’t happen for us tonight.

“We’ll have to look back on the game and see where we went wrong. Conceding just before half-time after the injury was a low blow. The second goal was identical to their first. It was a little bit too easy, we can’t let that happen again.

“We need to save our season now. We want to try and work on how we’re going to stay in the league. We’re not in the bottom three yet and we’ve still got games remaining. If we go and win our next game it looks rosy again. We’ve still got to play Fulham too.”

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton manager Graham Potter told Sky Sports: "I'm really pleased. It was a fantastic performance. The players from the start were brave. They were smart, they worked hard, reacted when they lost the ball. Pretty much everything.

"Newcastle hit the post early in the second half. You need to survive those little moments. But we were the dominant team and deserved to win.

"I'm really pleased for the guys because they've been working hard. It makes the game a lot easier if you score.

"The second goal is the cushion and helps us feel better. Overall I think we played well, we showed a good attitude and I'm delighted for the players who have had to suffer.

"Danny Welbeck is a really important player for us. We're happy to have him back. He's been great around the place. Fantastic guy. He was excellent with his movement tonight.

"Last time we were here disappointed with the second half against Leicester. We had four games scratching our heads at getting one point. We know we're here to get points. The way we go them tonight will give the players confidence and belief. It's three important points, we need to keep going."

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton forward Danny Welbeck, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: “It’s been a really good week for us. Obviously getting two wins was important for us. That’s the standard that we’ve set and we want to build on that.

“I’m pleased with the goal, but the most important thing was to get the three points.

“We’ve got a great group of players. I don’t think our position in the table is where we should be, but that’s the harsh reality of the Premier League. We relished the challenge tonight. There’s plenty more challenges ahead.

“It’s a great performance tonight and that’s what we’re most pleased about. The morale’s very high in the dressing room now. We’ve got the international break now and we’ll get back to it after that.”

Leandro Trossard has scored in consecutive Premier League games for the first time since July 2020, while 78% of his goals (7/9) in the competition have come at the Amex Stadium.

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton forward Leandro Trossard: “It’s a massive win, especially with that performance level. It was a great performance in every aspect. We can enjoy this one.

“I try to help the team with goals and assists, and I’m happy that it’s coming now. We played a really good game and it’s nice that we can score three and keep a clean sheet. It’s a really good feeling.

“The gaffer’s been here now for two years and we’ve learned a lot under him. This season we’ve played really good games. Obviously the results haven’t been there sometimes, but winning twice in a row is a really good feeling. We just need to keep going and trust in ourselves that we can win these games.”

On Neal Maupay: “I’m really pleased for him, it’ll bring his confidence even higher now. Hopefully he can go on and score more goals.”

On Danny Welbeck: “It was a really nice goal. I’m really pleased to play with him. His experience helps us a lot. I think me, him and Neal up front clicks really well. We need to really enjoy that.”

Neal Maupay ended a run of nine Premier League games without a goal. He has been directly involved in four goals (three goals, one assist) against Newcastle, at least two more than he has against any other team in the competition.

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton goalscorer Neal Maupay to Sky Sports: "Massive win. We knew before the game it was really important. Three goals, a clean sheet, a very good night for us.

"I'm really pleased [to end a goal drought]. I knew it was coming and I'm glad to be back on the scoresheet.

"[We scored] very nice goals. We were ready for that game. Our gameplan was really good. Everyone knew what to do. When we play like that with confidence, we've got quality - we know that. Sometimes we only play one half but we played a full 90 minutes today. That's why we got the wn.

"They hit the post a few minutes before the second goal. That was the turning point. I'm happy because this time it turned it our way and not theirs.

"Sometimes we play really well and haven't scored. Or we score and then concede too many goals. We just have to believe in ourselves and keep working hard.

"Two wins in a row. Now we can have a little break and be ready for the end of the season.

"Before the game against Southampton we were a bit down but we can't complain or feel sorry for ourselves.

"It's just two wins in a row. We need to keep going."

Richard Lancaster: Everyone talking about Fulham v Newcastle last game of the season. It's irrelevant if Fulham manage 6 points before then as we won't be able to catch them. Bruce out.

Our Opta feed says Newcastle had a shot on target. I must have missed that one.

75' Attempt saved. Ryan Fraser (Newcastle United) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom right corner. Assisted by Paul Dummett.

Three shots tonight for Newcastle.

Sevilla goalkeeper Bono has scored more goals than Newcastle today.

Great news for fans of goalscoring goalkeepers...

Sevilla goalkeeper Bono (yep that's his name) has scored an injury-time equaliser against Real Valladolid in La Liga.

I know it's still a few weeks away but how tasty is Fulham v Newcastle on the final day looking right now?

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It's all over. Brighton get a fully deserved victory to take them six points clear of the drop zone.

But this has been a very low ebb in a season of low ebbs for Newcastle, who are in real, real danger.