Chelsea vs Brighton: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 30/08

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

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.

Chelsea

Home

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VS

Brighton

Away

WWDLL

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 3
  PPG
  3
• 100%
  Wins
  100%
• 100%
  First to Score
  100%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 3
  Scored/game
  4
• 2
  Conceded/game
  0
• 0.85
  xG
  1.27
• 0.76
  xGA
  -0.45

Trends

• 100%
  Both Score
  0%
• 0%
  Clean Sheet
  100%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  0%

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

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Brighton FC line-up

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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