'Outstanding' Dan Burn & Ryan Fraser's Newcastle transformation hailed in national media round-up

Here's a look at what the national media have had to say after Newcastle's win over Brighton & Hove Albion.

Alistair Magowan delivered his verdict on the Magpies' success at St James' Park on the BBC Sport website and heaped praise on Dan Burn for another 'excellent' performance. He said: "Newcastle's fifth win in six games put further space between themselves and the relegation zone, but this was a functional rather than spectacular victory over a Brighton side that could not take advantage of their intricate play.

"The first 10 minutes were a case in point. Potter's well-drilled side created space down the flanks but were thwarted by former Brighton defender Dan Burn, who had an excellent game. But after an encouraging start, the game switched Newcastle's way as Wood sold Duffy a dummy, sent Murphy away and Fraser tucked in the rebound.

"Schar's header then established a lead that looked comfortable, thanks to more smart defending from Burn and another impressive midfield display from Joelinton, whose limbs seemed to be everywhere. But the hosts' lacklustre start to the second half led to Dunk pulling a goal back when he lost Wood, who is still yet to score in seven games since his £25m move from Burnley.

"That led to a period where Newcastle lost control of the game. They were let off because Brighton failed to find the killer pass as the home fans began to show their nerves and frustration as the likes of Joe Willock gave the ball away."

In the Daily Mail, Craig Hope was impressed with Ryan Fraser's display and admitted that the Magpies did enough to grind out the three points despite not playing at their best.

He said: "As much as Newcastle's turnaround has been aided by January signings, it is the transformation