Upbeat Rafael Benítez finds reasons to be cheerful at winless Newcastle


Two points from eight games is not what the Spaniard expected but Newcastle have had a tough start and Saturday’s meeting with Brighton is now must-win

There will always be a special bond between Chris Hughton and Newcastle supporters but anxious home fans hope to see their former manager defeated when his Brighton side visit St James’ Park on Saturday. After all, Rafael Benítez’s team have only two points and are desperately seeking a first win of the campaign.

Reason to be fearful

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