Fulham are unbeaten in nine meetings with Brighton, dating back to 2017, albeit three of their last four clashes in Sussex have produced draws.
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Considering that these two kick off separated by just one point and one place, this is a key clash in the race for European qualification. Of the pair, it's Brighton who are marginally better off, after they beat Bournemouth 2-1 in their most-recent Premier League fixture. That victory was a third successive league win for the Seagulls, who've also won five of their last seven.
Then, last Sunday, Fabian Hürzeler's team reached the FA Cup quarter-finals, battling to a come from behind 2-1 victory at Newcastle. Yankuba Minteh equalised, having given away the penalty earlier on, before Danny Welbeck was the extra time hero, as both teams ended the afternoon down to ten-men. Thus, the Albion still have so much to play for this season and, currently occupying the final potential European spot, a win here would enhance their top eight chances.
Fulham were also 2-1 winners during their most-recent Premier League outing 11 days ago, beating Wolves at Molineux. Ryan Sessegnon broke the deadlock in the Black Country inside 60 seconds, before Rodrigo Muniz secured victory mere seconds after the interval. That made it three consecutive Premier League away wins for Marco Silva's team, who've won four of their last six.
Then, also just like their hosts, the Cottagers upset the odds away from home in the FA Cup last Sunday. The Whites held Manchester United to a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford, Calvin Bassey breaking the deadlock on the cusp of half time. before prevailing on penalties, scoring all four of theirs. while Bernd Leno made two saves. So now, having won 3-1 when Brighton visited West London in December, can Fulham complete a league-double by the South Coast?
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 57.
- Brighton & Hove Albion Wins: 22. Draws: 8. Fulham Wins: 27.
Brighton & Hove Albion Team News
Jason Steele, Igor, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadıoğlu, Joël Veltman and James Milner are all injured, while Tariq Lamptey is suspended, limiting Fabian Hürzeler's options. With no natural right-back available, Jack Hinshelwood is set to deputise, meaning Yasin Ayari will therefore be back in midfield.
Elsewhere, Kaoru Mitoma is a doubt, having hobbled off at St James' Park, with Simon Adingra his most-likely deputy out-wide. Those issues aside, few changes are forecasting, meaning João Pedro will once again lead the line, with Danny Welbeck once again on the bench, despite being the match-winner during their last two fixtures.
Brighton & Hove Albion predicted lineup vs Fulham: (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Webster, van Hecke, Estupiñán; Baleba, Ayari, Minteh, Rutter, Adingra; João Pedro.
Brighton & Hove Albion Players to Watch vs Fulham
Yankuba Minteh took his tally to six goals for the season against his former club last weekend, having also bagged a brace against Chelsea on Valentine's night.
Fulham Team News
Saša Lukić commences his two-match suspension, having collected ten yellow cards, while Kenny Tete, Reiss Nelson and Harry Wilson are injured. Emile Smith Rowe is likely to return to the lineup, after a slight knock kept him out of the trip to Wolves. Lastly, Marco Silva has a key decision to make in attack; will Raúl Jiménez get the nod, or will Rodrigo Muniz spearhead Fulham's forward-line?
Fulham predicted lineup vs Brighton & Hove Albion: (4-3-3): Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Reed, Troaré, Smith Rowe, Iwobi; Muniz.
Fulham Player to Watch vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Bernd Leno was the penalty shootout hero last weekend and, if Fulham are going to win this one too, they'll need their German goalkeeper to be on top form again.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Prediction
This game should guarantee goals, but we are backing Brighton to make home advantage count, thereby claiming three precious points: Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 Fulham.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Premier League game on TV channel?
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
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What is the date and kick-off time for Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham in the Premier League?
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham takes place on Saturday 8 March 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).