This Saturday, Chelsea takes on Brighton in a Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, London.
The home team is arriving with an impressive record, having netted nine goals without allowing any against them in their previous three matches, including a recent 5-0 victory over Barrow in the League Cup.
Brighton, on the other hand, remains unbeaten in the current Premier League season, having accrued nine points from five games, which includes two wins and three draws.
The Sporting News provides important information regarding the match, including viewing options, kickoff times, and lineup updates.
Streaming and TV Details for Chelsea vs. Brighton
Here’s how to catch this Premier League match in the UK:
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Note that this match is not available for television or live streaming in the UK.
Kick-off Time for Chelsea vs. Brighton
This clash will be held at Stamford Bridge in London, starting on Saturday, September 28, at 3:00 p.m. local time.
Date | Saturday, September 28 |
Kick-off time | 3:00 p.m. BST |
Venue | Stamford Bridge |
Location | London, England |
Lineups and Team News for Chelsea vs. Brighton
Chelsea will be without Romeo Lavia, Reece James, and Omari Kellyman due to injuries for the match against Brighton.
After making 11 changes in their midweek League Cup match, Chelsea may return to their previous lineup that faced West Ham.
Expected midfielders include Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, and Cole Palmer, with Nicolas Jackson likely leading the offense.
Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Sanchez (GK) — Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella — Fernandez, Caicedo — Madueke, Palmer, Sancho — Jackson
Injuries: Lavia, James, Kellyman
Suspensions: None
Brighton is also expected to miss four players due to injuries.
Those unavailable include veteran James Milner, along with Solly March, Matt O’Riley, and Brajan Gruda. Furthermore, striker Joao Pedro is out due to an injury from the match against Nottingham.
Brighton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen (GK) — Veltman, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupinan — Hinshelwood, Baleba — Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma — Welbeck.
Injuries: Milner, March, O’Riley, Gruda, Pedro
Suspensions: None
Match Prediction for Chelsea vs. Brighton
Expect an exciting match between these two competitive teams. There’s a possibility that Brighton may face their first loss of the season.
While Chelsea is anticipated to secure the victory, the match could be hard-fought.
Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Brighton
This Week’s Premier League Fixture Schedule
All times in BST
Saturday, September 28
- Newcastle United vs. Manchester City (12:30 p.m.)
- Arsenal vs. Leicester City (3:00 p.m.)
- Brentford vs. West Ham United (3:00 p.m.)
- Chelsea vs. Brighton (3:00 p.m.)
- Everton vs. Crystal Palace (3:00 p.m.)
- Nottingham Forest vs. Fulham (3:00 p.m.)
- Wolves vs. Liverpool (5:30 p.m.)
Sunday, September 29
- Ipswich Town vs. Aston Villa (2:00 p.m.)
- Manchester United vs. Tottenham (4:30 p.m.)
Monday, September 30
- Bournemouth vs. Southampton (8:00 p.m.)