Both Chelsea and Brighton return to Premier League action this weekend after winning in the third round of the Carabao Cup in midweek. Indeed, the Blues triumphed 2-1 away at Lincoln, while the Seagulls thrashed Barnsley 6-0 on their travels.
However, both teams were winless in their last league fixture, with Chelsea going down 2-1 at Manchester United at Old Trafford, while Brighton were held to a 2-2 draw at home to Tottenham. Nonetheless, we are expecting an entertaining game.
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Chelsea vs Brighton prediction: Seagulls to steal a point?
Key stats
- Chelsea have only won once in four games in total in all competitions.
- Brighton have lost just once in five matches across all competitions.
- Four of the last five H2Hs have seen both teams score.
Correct score prediction: Chelsea 2-2 Brighton
Despite beating Lincoln, the League One side caused Chelsea plenty of problems, and after losing to United last weekend, they are not in the best of places. Brighton could take advantage of that, and having won the previous two H2Hs, they know how to take points off the Blues.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Chelsea clear favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
- DRAW: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25.0%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Chelsea are the favourites with bookmakers to take all three points at Stamford Bridge. Interestingly, a draw and a Brighton victory are separated by just 0.6%.
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Most recent H2Hs: Not much between two teams
Brighton have won the last two H2Hs between the two teams, but Chelsea won five prior to that. Based off of the most recent meetings, there is not much to separate them.
England Premier League 14/02/25
Brighton
Chelsea
England FA Cup 08/02/25
Brighton
Chelsea
England Premier League 28/09/24
Chelsea
Brighton
England Premier League 15/05/24
Brighton
Chelsea
England Premier League 20/04/24
Brighton
Chelsea
Chelsea preview: Sanchez available
Robert Sanchez is available after serving his suspension against Lincoln following his red card against United. Cole Palmer also came off with an injury last weekend, and so it remains to be seen whether Chelsea's star man will be available from the start.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez (GK); James, Adarabioyo, Fofana, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Estevao, Gittens & Pedro
Last five results:
- Lincoln 1-2 Chelsea
- Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea
- Bayern Munich 3-1 Chelsea
- Brentford 2-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 2-0 Fulham
Brighton preview: Gomez to get start?
Diego Gomez will be knocking on his manager's door for a start after scoring four goals against Barnsley last time out, with a couple of spectacular strikes. Maxim De Cuyper will have to be assessed for Brighton though after coming off early with an injury last weekend.
Predicted lineup: Verbruggen (GK); Veltman, Dunk, Van Hecke, Kadioglu; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, Gomez, Mitoma & Rutter
Last five results:
- Barnsley 0-6 Brighton
- Brighton 2-2 Tottenham
- Bournemouth 2-1 Brighton
- Brighton 2-1 Manchester City
- Oxford United 0-6 Brighton
Player to watch: Diego Gomez
After scoring four goals against Barnsley, Gomez is undoubtedly the player to watch. The attacking midfielder showed off his qualities, and so Brighton have a decision to make over whether to reward him with a start.