Main prediction: over 4.5 goals
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Chelsea and Brighton meet again. The clash, valid for the Premier League 2026/27, takes place this 30/08 (Sunday), at Stamford Bridge, at 14:00.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Chelsea have won 3 time(s). Brighton have won 2. Brighton are the favourites with a 9% probability of winning on the betting platforms.
See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Chelsea vs Brighton.
Prediction for Chelsea vs Brighton
BTTS - Yes
Overview Chelsea vs Brighton
Brighton are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 8 and a 9% chance of winning. Brighton FC's performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a Chelsea Football Club win are 11 and a draw is 8.5.
In the Prem, Chelsea have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 3 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. João Pedro leads the scoring chart with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Brighton have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded, with Jack Hinshelwood as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Chelsea and Brighton
In 21 clashes, Chelsea have the advantage over Brighton: 11 win(s) against 6 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/04/2026, in the Premier League. Brighton won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Chelsea vs Brighton, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Chelsea: current form
Chelsea have played only 1 match(es) in the Premier League.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 3 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In the Prem the situation is this:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: João Pedro (1 goal(s))
Brighton: current form
Meanwhile, Brighton have played only 1 match(es) in the Premier League.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Jack Hinshelwood (2 goal(s))
Chelsea vs Brighton key players
In the Premier League, João Pedro carries Chelsea Football Club's attack with 1 goal(s).
The playmaker is Maxence Lacroix, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, João Pedro has 15 goal(s).
On the other side, Jack Hinshelwood is the name that frightens the most for Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. with 2 goal(s) in the Premier League.
In terms of playmaking, Georginio Rutter leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Danny Welbeck has accumulated 13 goal(s).
Chelsea vs Brighton statistics in the Premier League
Few matches into the league yet. Chelsea have an average of 10 corners and 3 cards per match. Brighton have 7 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for Chelsea vs Brighton in the table below.
More tips for Chelsea vs Brighton
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Correct score prediction for Chelsea vs Brighton
Very high attacking averages on both sides. The visitors arrive as favourites in a duel that tends to have plenty of goals. Our score projection: Chelsea 2-3 Brighton. Getting the exact score right requires luck and analysis. Bet responsibly.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Brighton
Check out where to watch the live match between Brighton and Chelsea:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Chelsea and Brighton
The line-ups for Chelsea vs Brighton in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Chelsea Football Club line-up
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4
Valentín Barco
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5
Maxence Lacroix
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10
Cole Palmer
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17
Morgan Rogers
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18
Danny Welbeck
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24
Reece James
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27
Malo Gusto
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29
Pep Chavarría
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34
Joshua Kofi Acheampong
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39
Mike Louis Penders
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41
Estêvão Gonçalves
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Brighton FC line-up
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1
Bart Verbruggen
Goalkeeper
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5
Lewis Dunk
Defender
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13
Pascal Groß
Midfielder
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19
Charalampos Kostoulas
Forward
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21
Olivier Boscagli
Defender
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25
Diego Gómez
Midfielder
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26
Yasin Ayari
Midfielder
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27
Mats Wieffer
Defender
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29
Maxim De Cuyper
Defender
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33
Matthew O'Riley
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44
Luka Vušković
Defender
The Brighton starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Chelsea vs Brighton
Match: Chelsea vs Brighton
Tournament: Prem 2026/27
Date: 30/08/2026
Time: 14:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Stamford Bridge
Broadcast: none scheduled
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