Brighton striker Neal Maupay says victory over Newcastle was "massive".

The result takes Brighton six points clear of the dropzone.

"Massive win. We knew before the game it was really important. Three goals, a clean sheet, a very good night for us," said Maupay.

"I'm really pleased [to end a goal drought]. I knew it was coming and I'm glad to be back on the scoresheet.

"[We scored] very nice goals. We were ready for that game. Our gameplan was really good. Everyone knew what to do. When we play like that with confidence, we've got quality - we know that. Sometimes we only play one half but we played a full 90 minutes today. That's why we got the wn.

"They hit the post a few minutes before the second goal. That was the turning point. I'm happy because this time it turned it our way and not theirs.

"Sometimes we play really well and haven't scored. Or we score and then concede too many goals. We just have to believe in ourselves and keep working hard.

"Two wins in a row. Now we can have a little break and be ready for the end of the season.

"Before the game against Southampton we were a bit down but we can't complain or feel sorry for ourselves.

"It's just two wins in a row. We need to keep going."