Chelsea vs Brighton Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Premier League, September 29, 2024

Chelsea vs Brighton Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Saturday, Sep 28
• Kick-off Time: 03:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Stamford Bridge, England

Unbeaten Brighton will travel to Chelsea in their sixth game of the 2024/25 Premier League season at Stamford Bridge. The Blues will be entering this game on the back of a 5-0 win over Barrow in the Carabao Cup and are favorites to win this tie.

Hosts Chelsea are one of the top mid-table squads in the Premier League and are currently languishing 5th in the league standings. Enzo Maresca’s men are yet to taste a defeat since their opening-day loss to Manchester City. This summer they have strengthened their squad considerably and haven’t lost their last four games against Brighton.

Meanwhile, Brighton sustained back-to-back draws in their last three fixtures against Nottingham Forest, Ipswich Town and Arsenal. Under new manager Fabian Hürzele, Brighton would be aiming for a spot in the European places in the league table. But it would be a huge test for Chelsea, given Brighton are unbeaten so far this campaign.

Chelsea Team News

Chelsea has been one of the busiest English clubs in the summer window this year and players like Romeo Lavia and Malo Gusto are closing in on returns to the first-team fold. Captain Reece James still remains out with his hamstring injury.

Brighton Team News

As for Brighton, the likes of Solly March (knee), James Milner (thigh), Matt O’Riley (ankle) and Brajan Gruda (unspecified) are expected to be out for this crucial weekend tie. Joao Pedro who sustained a knock against Nottingham Forest will be assessed before the game.

Chelsea vs Brighton Predicted Lineups

Chelsea predicted lineup: (4-2-4)

Goalkeeper: Sanchez

Defenders: Fofana, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella

Midfielders: Caicedo, Fernandez

Forwards: Madueke, Palmer, Sancho, Jackson

Brighton predicted lineup: (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Verbruggen

Defenders: Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Estupinan

Midfielders: Hinshelwood, Baleba, Adingra

Forwards: Rutter, Mitoma, Welbeck

Head-to-Head Record

The two sides have faced off only 23 times in the past, with Chelsea winning only 15 of those games. Brighton have won only three ties between both sides, whereas the remaining five games ended in a draw.

Last five match results:

Key Players to Watch in Chelsea vs Brighton

Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)

The Senegal striker has made a sensational start to the new campaign as he has bagged four goals and two assists in five Premier League appearances this season. Jackson attracted a fair share of criticism last year but has got off to a dream start in his second year as a Chelsea player.

Danny Welbeck (Brighton)

The veteran striker scored his 100th career goal at club level against his former Manchester United back in August. New manager Fabian Hurzeler has managed to get the best out of the 33-year-old forward who has bagged three goals and an assist in five Premier League appearances for the Seagulls this season.

Chelsea vs Brighton Prediction

The Blues started their new campaign with a 2-0 loss to champions Manchester City but have maintained an upward trend since then. Enzo Maresca’s men are brimming with confidence after their thumping 5-0 win over Barrow in the third round of the Carabao Cup. Christopher Nkunku notched a hattrick in the tie and is expected to earn some minutes this weekend.

As for Brighton, they have also managed a fabulous life under new manager Fabian Hürzeler in the English top flight this season. The Seagulls have been very good in open play this season and are so far unbeaten across all competitions.

Predicted Score: Chelsea 2-1 Brighton (Watch Live)

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