The fixture computer handed both sides a tough start to the season - something Hughton is all too aware of - but he he believes both teams can now look forward as they face an easier run.
"They are similar to us - we've played four of the top six and think they've played five," he said.
"This will be a little bit of a relief and a release for them that they're not playing a team in the top six.
"We've had some very tough games and this is a very tough away game for us. We know the challenge for us is to be better away from home with regards to picking up points.
"We have to look at it that way. But they will look at it similarly - they are playing a team that's not in the top six and it's a good opportunity for them to win a game."