Welbeck fires Brighton into quarter-finals as Gordon red hurts Newcastle
Briefly

Brighton secured a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic match against Newcastle that saw two red cards. Anthony Gordon of Newcastle was sent off, ruling him out of the upcoming Carabao Cup final, while Alexander Isak's injury added to manager Eddie Howe's challenges. The game showcased intense counterattacks, particularly by Brighton's Tariq Lamptey. Although Newcastle took the lead with a penalty, Brighton’s resilience paid off with a late winner by Danny Welbeck, sealing their victory after a chaotic tie filled with fluctuating fortunes for both sides.
In a thrilling FA Cup fifth round clash, Brighton triumphed over Newcastle with a late winner after both teams suffered red cards in a dramatic encounter.
Brighton's counterattacking prowess was showcased, especially through Tariq Lamptey, who leveraged his speed to initiate multiple attacks against Newcastle's struggling defense.
Despite Anthony Gordon's red card ruling him out of the Carabao Cup final, Newcastle's manager Eddie Howe faced further challenges as Isak was also substituted due to injury.
The tie featured a balance of thrilling moments and intense drama, culminating in Brighton's celebration while Newcastle's worries grew amidst their chaotic performance.
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