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Premier League

Brighton vs Chelsea - Preview and Prediction

Get the latest previews, tips and predictions for the exciting Premier League match Brighton vs Chelsea. Check out our expert analysis and see how the teams will perform.

Prediction


Brighton

10%

Home

vs

Chelsea

45%

Away

Performance


Brighton

33%

Home

vs

Chelsea

67%

Away

Overview

In an upcoming Premier League clash, Brighton will host Chelsea at the American Express Community Stadium. With both teams having played 36 games this season, they are looking to secure a strong finish. Brighton sits at the 10th position with 48 points, while Chelsea is placed 7th with 57 points. The match is set for Wednesday, with M. Salisbury officiating at the venue in Falmer, East Sussex.

Brighton

Brighton has had a balanced season with an equal number of wins, draws, and losses (12 each). Their goal difference stands at -4, indicating a slight struggle in outscoring their opponents. In their last five games of the season, they have experienced mixed results with a pattern of "DWLLD", showing some inconsistency in their performance. Their most recent fixture ended in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle at St. James' Park, demonstrating resilience to hold off their opponents away from home. Playing at their home stadium this time could give them the edge they need to improve upon their recent form. Historically, against Chelsea, they have won twice and lost thrice in their last five encounters.

Chelsea

Chelsea comes into this match with a better recent track record than their hosts. With a positive goal difference of +12, they have shown more proficiency in front of goal compared to Brighton. Their form leading up to this match reads "WWWDL", suggesting that they have been on a winning streak that was only recently snapped. In their last outing, Chelsea secured a victory over Nottingham Forest with a scoreline of 3-2, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net even when conceding goals. Despite playing away from Stamford Bridge, Chelsea has managed to maintain a strong position in the league and will be looking to continue their pursuit of climbing higher up the table. Against Brighton, they have historically held the upper hand with three wins out of five recent matches.

Head 2 Head

Last 5 Statistics


Brighton

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Chelsea

45%
+11%

Avg. Ball Possession %

35%
68%
+4%

Avg. Pass %

65%
76
+31%

Total Shots

40
2081
+14%

Total Passes

1568

Head 2 Head

Last 5 Games


Brighton

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Chelsea

2

Wins

0

Draws

3

Wins

0
5

2

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3

5
1
0
2

0

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1

1
0
0
0

3

:

4

0
0
0
2

2

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1

2
0
0
1

4

:

1

2
0

Prediction

The prediction for this encounter leans in favor of Chelsea as the likely winners. This is based on both teams' recent performances and historical head-to-head results where Chelsea has shown superiority over Brighton. However, football is unpredictable and playing at home could provide Brighton with the necessary boost to challenge the odds. With both teams having just two games left in the season, they will be eager to finish on a high note, making this match an intriguing contest for fans and neutrals alike.

As we approach matchday, all eyes will be on these two sides as they battle it out on the pitch at the American Express Community Stadium. With stakes high and pride on the line, it promises to be an engaging fixture in the Premier League calendar.