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Former Newcastle United star Alan Shearer's analysis of their defeat against Brighton has revealed who he feels was to blame for their disappointing performance.

Shearer, speaking on Match of the Day, highlighted a number of key areas as the Seagulls, at times, comfortably cut through United. The game ended in a 2-1 defeat for the Magpies, as Danny Welbeck struck twice to cancel out Nick Woltemade's clever goal.

After the game, manager Eddie Howe faced questions on his team selection, with midfield trio Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton and Sandro Tonali all starting the game despite their exertions on international duty during the week.

Howe defended his starting XI choice, but Shearer also highlighted the midfield's ineffective performance. None of the trio completed 90 minutes, with Joelinton hooked at half-time.

“I thought Brighton were the better team. Newcastle, I thought, were too easy to play through at times, Brighton found that extra man in front of the...