The fifth round clash at St. James' Park gives Eddie Howe's side the chance to bounce back swiftly following their 2-0 midweek Premier League defeat at leaders Liverpool.

And it also represents a chance for the Carabao Cup finalists to make inroads in another competition, with two victories all that stands between the Magpies and another trip to Wembley for the semi-finals.

Fabian Hürzeler's Seagulls side are tough opposition though, and are fresh from a win over Bournemouth which has lifted them to within a point of the Magpies in the top flight.

Serena Taylor brought newcastleunited.com this pre-match training gallery from United's Benton base.