Everton vs Brighton Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The Toffees came out on top as the better team when these sides last met.

Everton are all set to battle it out against Brighton in what is going to be a matchweek 2 contest of the 2025-26 English Premier League. Hill Dickinson Stadium is all set to witness the intense clash between these clubs.

Everton are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of Leeds United. It was an underwhelming effort by the Toffees. They had a below-average pre-season run, but will be looking to turn the tide around here. For the upcoming fixture, Everton will be at home and which will be one of the advantages for them.

Brighton & Hove Albion will be the visitors. This might keep them under a bit of pressure from the start. The Seagulls were held to a draw by Fulham in their opening Premier League 2025-26 fixture. They conceded a late goal, due to which they had to drop a couple of points.

Working towards the weekend. 💪 pic.twitter.com/r5YIXIYQcn

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) August 21, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: Liverpool, England
• Stadium: Hill Dickinson Stadium
• Date: Sunday, August 24
• Kick-off Time: 06:30 p.m. IST/ 01:00 p.m. GMT/ 09:00 a.m. ET/ 06:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: Stauart Attwell
• VAR: In use

Form:

Everton: L

Brighton: D

Players to Watch

Jack Grealish (Everton)

Jack Grealish will have an important role to play in the attacking front. He is the recent signing for the Toffees and is still getting used to the playing style. Grealish failed to score a goal on his debut for Everton, but this time around, he will be looking to step up and help his side.

Matt O’Riley (Brighton)

Matt O’Riley converted a crucial spot kick, which helped Brighton secure a draw against Fulham. From controlling the midfield to helping his side in the final third, the 24-year-old Danish midfielder is going to play a crucial part for the Seagulls in their upcoming league fixture.

Matt's @MonsterEnergy Moment of the Match. ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/bOwk9kFmWL

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) August 18, 2025

Match Facts

• Brighton have won only one of their last five matches against Everton.
• The Toffees have defeated the Seagulls twice in their last five meetings.
• Everton have scored eight goals in their last five clashes against Brighton.

Everton vs Brighton: Betting Tips and Odds

• Everton to win @9/4 Betfred
• Jack Grealish to score @14/1 Skybet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/10 Priced Up

Injury and Team News

Everton will be without the services of Jarrad Branthwaite as he is injured. They might also miss out on the services of Nathan Patterson, Vitaliy Mykolenko and Harrison Armstrong due to a lack of fitness.

Brighton will miss out on the services of Adam Webster, Solly March and three other squad members due to their injuries. Jack Hinshelwood might also sit out due to fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 27

Everton won: 12

Brighton won: 7

Draws: 8

Predicted Lineups

Everton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Pickford (GK); O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Garner; Iroegbunam, Gueye; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, Grealish; Beto

Brighton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Verbruggen (GK); Wieffer, Van Hecke, Dunk, De Cuyper; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, O’Riley, Mitoma; Rutter

Match Prediction

The Toffees and the Seagulls are ready to come up with an intense fixture, but Everton are likely to emerge victorious against Brighton in their next Premier League game.

Prediction: Everton 2-1 Brighton

Telecast Details

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