Chelsea vs Brighton: Prediction, Preview And Betting Odds

Chelsea are in good form and should beat Brighton. They've won their last four meetings, and Brighton have a poor away record. Chelsea have scored first in most of their recent matches, and over 2.5 goals are often scored in their games against Brighton. We predict: Chelsea 2-1 Brighton.

Chelsea hosts Brighton and Hove Albion this weekend, with the Blues looking to continue their upward trend under Enzo Maresca. Moises Caicedo and Marc Cucurella face a visit from their former employers at Stamford Bridge.

• Date: 28/09/2024
• Location: Stamford Bridge
• Kick-Off: 3 pm

Chelsea's tumultuous summer, both on and off the pitch, has cast uncertainty over their prospects for the upcoming season. The departure of Mauricio Pochettino and the appointment of Enzo Maresca, despite his impressive credentials, has raised questions about the Blues' direction. Despite a shaky start against Manchester City, Chelsea have found their footing under Maresca, with notable victories over Wolves and a potential top-four spot within reach. Meanwhile, Brighton and Hove Albion, under the guidance of their young and promising manager Fabian Hürzeler, have enjoyed an unbeaten start to the season. While their recent draws have slowed their momentum, Danny Welbeck's impressive form and their previous success against Chelsea offer a glimmer of hope for a competitive encounter at Stamford Bridge.

The recent history between Chelsea and Brighton favors Chelsea, with the Blues winning their last four encounters and Brighton struggling to maintain clean sheets. Chelsea's impressive form, including three consecutive clean sheets and a dominant victory over West Ham, further strengthens their position as favorites. Brighton, while unbeaten this season, has faced challenges in their most recent league match, drawing against Nottingham Forest. Despite their recent struggles, Brighton's improved form under Fabian Hürzeler and their progress in the Carabao Cup make them a formidable opponent.

Predicted Chelsea Eleven:

Sanchez, Fofana, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella, Caicedo, Fernandez, Madueke, Palmer, Sancho, Jackson.

Predicted Brighton Eleven:

Verbruggen, Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Estupinan, Hinshelwood, Baleba, Adingra, Rutter, Mitoma, Welbeck

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