Both teams have scored in each of the last six Premier League meetings between these two sides, with Chelsea prevailing 3-2 and 2-1 last season, so another entertaining affair is likely to be on the cards.
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Preview
Whisper it quietly, are Chelsea actually good now? Last weekend, the Blues swatted aside West Ham 3-0 at the London Stadium, with Nicolas Jackson bagging a quick-fire early brace, before Cole Palmer rubber stamped the points immediately after half time.
This made it three consecutive Premier League away wins, even if Enzo Maresca is still yet to taste victory in the league at Stamford Bridge; the last Blues boss who failed to win any of their first three home league games in charge is Bobby Campbell in 1988.
Having said that, Chelsea did enjoy a home win in the EFL Cup on Tuesday, smashing Barrow 5-0, with Christopher Nkunku bagging a hat-trick, while João Félix and Pedro Neto were also on target. So, can the Blues continue to build momentum?
Brighton & Hove Albion meanwhile are still unbeaten, unlike their hosts, with Fabian Hürzeler having made the longest unbeaten start of any Brighton head coach since Peter Taylor 23 years ago.
The Seagulls though have drawn each of their last three, most-recently held to a 2-2 stalemate by Nottingham Forest last Sunday; Jack Hinshelwood heading home an equaliser, before Danny Welbeck curled in the first free-kick goal of his career.
After this, Brighton face Tottenham, Newcastle, Liverpool and Man City between now and 9 November, making this the start of a nightmarish fixture list so, if Hürzeler is still undefeated by then, he'll be doing a pretty good job.
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 23
- Chelsea Wins: 15. Draws: 5. Brighton Wins: 3
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion: Last 5 Meetings
- 15 May 2024 - Brighton and Hove Albion 1-2 Chelsea
- 3 December 2023 - Chelsea 3-2 Brighton and Hove Albion
- 27 September 2023 - Chelsea 1-0 Brighton and Hove Albion (EFL Cup)
- 15 April 2023 - Chelsea 1-2 Brighton and Hove Albion
- 29 October 2022 - Brighton and Hove Albion 4-1 Chelsea
Chelsea Team News
Enzo Maresca made a full 11 changes against Barrow in mid-week, with Christopher Nkunku amongst those likely to keep their place; what more could he do than score three?
Ben Chilwell came off the bench at half time on Tuesday, featuring for the first time since 20 April due to a knee injury. Jadon Sancho has looked good at both Bournemouth and West Ham, so will make his Stamford Bridge debut.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Brighton & Hove Albion: (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernández, Caicedo, Palmer, Nkunku, Sancho; Jackson.
Chelsea Player to Watch vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Nicolas Jackson's brace in East London a week ago means he has scored four in his last four Premier League appearances, adding to the 17 goals he scored last season, one of which came when the Blues beat Brighton in the EFL Cup one year and one day ago.
Brighton & Hove Albion Team News
Fabian Hürzeler's team have had a whole week to prepare for this one, and the manager will be allowed in his technical area, despite being sent off last Sunday.
In less good news, João Pedro is injured, as are James Milner and Matt O'Riley, but Pervis Estupiñán is back, starting in the league for the first time since 6 April last weekend, thereby set to keep his place, chosen over Ferdi Kadıoğlu.
Brighton & Hove Albion predicted lineup vs Chelsea: (4-4-1-1): Verbruggen; Veltman, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupiñán; Hinshelwood, Baleba, Adingra, Mitoma, Rutter; Welbeck.
Brighton & Hove Albion Players to Watch vs Chelsea
Kaoru Mitoma will be Brighton's main goal threat, seeking to score against Chelsea for the very first time, in what will be the Japanese international's fifth attempt to do so.
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Prediction
We're backing Chelsea to come out on top in this one, continuing their excellent recent form. These two usually serve up high-scoring fixtures, and we expect this clash to be no different: Chelsea 2-1 Brighton & Hove Albion.
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game on TV channel?
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This fixtures is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
How to watch Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game on live streaming?
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This fixtures is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network 2 Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League?
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion takes place on Saturday 28 September 2024, with kick off at 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (ET) & 7:00 (PDT).