Brighton & Hove Albion will host Chelsea in the Premier League on Friday. This will be their second meeting in a week. Brighton won the FA Cup match 2-1, but this league fixture will be a new challenge. The team will aim for another strong performance against tough opposition.
Captain Lewis Dunk is a major doubt for this match. He suffered a rib injury in the FA Cup game and may not be fit in time. Several other players will also miss the match due to injuries. James Milner, Solly March, Ferdi Kadioglu, Jason Steele, and Igor Julio are all unavailable. Pervis Estupinan and Mats Wieffer are also doubts.
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Despite injuries, Brighton have strong options in their squad. They will look to maintain their good form and get another positive result from this Brighton vs Chelsea clash. Here is the Brighton predicted lineup vs Chelsea for their Premier League clash at the Amex Stadium.
Brighton predicted lineup vs Chelsea - Premier League
Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen
With Jason Steele injured, Bart Verbruggen will start in goal again. He made a mistake in the FA Cup game but remains the first-choice option. The young goalkeeper will aim for a solid performance against Chelsea.
Right Back: Joel Veltman
Joel Veltman will continue at right back. He is a reliable defender and offers experience in the backline. He will be key in stopping Chelsea’s attacks down the wing.
Centre Back: Jan Paul van Hecke
Jan Paul van Hecke has been a regular starter in defence. He will keep his place in the backline and look to keep Chelsea’s forwards quiet.
Centre Back: Adam Webster
With Lewis Dunk doubtful, Adam Webster could step in at centre back. He has experience and will be an important part of Brighton’s defence.
Left Back: Tariq Lamptey
Tariq Lamptey is expected to start at left back. He is quick and can contribute in attack as well as defence. He will be important in dealing with Chelsea’s wide players.
Defensive Midfielder: Carlos Baleba
Carlos Baleba will start in midfield. He provides energy and defensive cover. He will play a key role in stopping Chelsea’s midfield from dominating.
Central Midfielder: Diego Gomez
Diego Gomez could make his first start for Brighton. He has come off the bench in recent matches but could now get a chance from the beginning.
Right Winger: Yankuba Minteh
Yankuba Minteh will start on the right wing. He is fast and dangerous in one-on-one situations. He will try to create problems for Chelsea’s defence.
Attacking Midfielder: Georginio Rutter
Georginio Rutter will play behind the striker. He scored in the FA Cup match and will look to have another strong game.
Left Winger: Kaoru Mitoma
Kaoru Mitoma will start on the left wing. He is Brighton’s most dangerous attacker and will look to trouble Chelsea’s defence with his dribbling.
Centre Forward: Joao Pedro
Joao Pedro is expected to return to the starting lineup. He was on the bench in the FA Cup match but could start in this one.
Brighton predicted lineup vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Webster, Lamptey; Baleba, Gomez; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Pedro.