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

The Seagulls dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

Chelsea are ready to host Brighton for their matchweek 6 fixture of the English Premier League 2025-26 edition. Stamford Bridge is all set to witness the intense clash between these clubs.

Chelsea will be at home this time around and will be looking to come back to winning ways. The Blues fell prey to Manchester United in their previous league fixture. It was a close game, but their performance was not enough to get them through. They have won two of their five Premier League games this season.

Brighton & Hove Albion were held to a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur in their last league game. The Seagulls took a comfortable lead in the first half, but gave it up in the second half. Their attack feels good and they should work on their defence. Brighton will be from home for their upcoming EPL fixture.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Stamford Bridge
• Date: Saturday, September 27
• Kick-off Time: 07:30 p.m. IST/ 02:00 p.m. GMT/ 10:00 a.m. ET/ 07:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: Simon Hooper
• VAR: In use

Form:

Chelsea: W-D-L-L-W

Brighton: W-W-L-D-W

Players to Watch

Joao Pedro (Chelsea)

The Brazilian forward will have an important role to play in the attacking front for Chelsea. In five Premier League appearances this season, Joao Pedro has scored two goals and also has three assists to his name. From striking the ball well to helping his fellow teammates, he is going to create problems for the opponent’s defence.

Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton)

Kaoru Mitoma can regulate the ball well in the midfield and he can also play a crucial part as a winger too. The 28-year-old from Japan will be looking to come up with a top performance so that he can he help his side stand a chance against the Blues.

Match Facts

• Chelsea have only won one of their last three matches.
• Brighton are on a two-match winning run against the Blues.
• Chelsea have secured three wins in their last five matches against the Seagulls.

Chelsea v Brighton: Betting Tips and Odds

• Chelsea to win @4/5 Ladbrokes
• Joao Pedro to score @11/2 Unibet
• Goals over 3.5 @31/20 BetMGM

Injury and Team News

Liam Delap, Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo, Levi Colwill and Benoit Badiashile will not be in action for Chelsea as they are injured. Cole Palmer is also a major doubt with his ongoing groin issue.

Brighton will miss out on the services of Adam Webster, Maxim De Cuyper, Jack Hinshelwood and Solly March as they have injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 26

Chelsea won: 16

Brighton won: 5

Draws: 5

Predicted Lineups

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

Sánchez (GK); James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Santos, Caicedo; Neto, Fernández, Garnacho; Pedro

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

Verbruggen (GK); Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, Gruda, Mitoma; Rutter

Match Prediction

These clubs have produced close contests in the past and this might become one. Chelsea are likely to outshine Brighton in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: Chelsea 3-2 Brighton

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports and Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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