The Seagulls have been well placed to extend their top-flight adventure to a fourth campaign for a number of weeks, although manager Graham Potter had steadfastly refused to celebrate survival until it was mathematically certain.

Monday's stalemate moved Potter's men seven points clear of 18th-placed Aston Villa, who have only two fixtures remaining, to end a run of three successive home losses.

Brighton were back at the Amex Stadium following resounding home defeats to Manchester City, champions Liverpool and Manchester United in which they conceded 11 times in total.

But there was little sign of Australia keeper Ryan's defence being breached during an uneventful first half.

He was finally forced into action six minutes after the restart when he turned away a low effort from Miguel Almiron.

Newcastle could have snatched victory four minutes from time but former England striker Carroll directed his close-range header wide of the left post.

"The financial implications are massive, especially with how the year has been (coronavirus) and how next year looks potentially," Potter said of guaranteeing survival.

"It's so important for a club like us. We're fighting every year to keep in the Premier League, every year is that challenge.

"For, me, I'm just delighted for the players, the chairman, all the support I've had. It's really, really pleasing."

Sheffield United's hopes of reaching the Europa League next season were badly dented after a 1-0 home defeat by Everton.

Brazilian midfielder Richarlison scored the decisive goal with a header in the 46th minute to ensure Everton moved up to 11th in the table on 49 points with one game remaining.

United are eighth on 54 points, four adrift of the sixth spot needed to guarantee the Europa League and two behind Wolves in seventh, which could be enough to secure a place in Europe's second-tier competition.

At Molineux, hosts Wolves beat Crystal Palace 2-0 with goals from Daniel Podence (41st) and Jonny (68th).

The win gave Wolves control of their European destiny and added to Palace's misery.

Three points at Chelsea in the Premier League's delayed finale will seal sixth place and Europa League football for Nuno Espirito Santo's men next season.

Australian Associated Press