Brighton are unbeaten in six meetings with Southampton, their longest such streak since 1914. The Seagulls now seek back-to-back away wins over the Saints for the first time in 113 years.
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Preview
After back-to-back home victories, both over Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion's outlook on life is significantly brighter. First, the Seagulls fought back from a goal down to defeat the Blues 2-1 in an FA Cup tie at the Amex. Then, they hammered Chelsea 3-0 as the pair met in the Premier League.
Kaoru Mitoma broke the deadlock with one of the best goals you'll see all season, his first touch, in particular, was sublime before Yankuba Minteh's double secured victory.
Prior to this, Fabian Hürzeler's team had actually suffered back-to-back league defeats, most notably demolished 7-0 at Nottingham Forest, a result that could have derailed their season. Now, though, Brighton is back up to tenth, and most make the Albion massive favourites to win again in this all-South Coast affair on Saturday.
In fairness, that's partially due to the fact Southampton remain rock-bottom, ten points from safety. The Saints were beaten again last Saturday, this time 3-1 by Bournemouth at St Mary's; Kamaldeen Sulemana's second-half strike coming too late to spark a comeback.
Ivan Jurić has now lost seven of his eight Premier League matches in charge, meaning the Saints' points tally remains a miserly nine, albeit one of those was earned at Brighton in November, courtesy of a 1-1 draw. This time, however, most are backing Brighton for victory.
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 80.
- Southampton Wins: 36. Draws: 21. Brighton & Hove Albion Wins: 23.
Southampton Team News
Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Jack Stephens, Flynn Downes, Adam Lallana, Ryan Fraser and Ross Stewart remain sidelined while, despite the fact they keep losing, Ivan Jurić's lineups remain generally settled.
January signing Welington has quickly established himself as the first-choice left-wing-back, while fellow recruit Albert Grønbæk will also be hoping to return to the lineup.
Having been introduced at halftime last week, Lesley Ugochukwu will almost certainly be back in midfield, while Kamaldeen Sulemana's goal against Bournemouth will see him keep his place.
Southampton predicted lineup vs Brighton & Hove Albion: (5-2-2-1): Ramsdale; Walker-Peters, Bree, Bednarek, Wood, Welington; Ugochukwu, Fernandes, Aribo; Sulemana, Onuachu.
Southampton Player to Watch vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Paul Onuachu was the late match-winner at Ipswich earlier this month, that his second Premier League goal in succession, so if any Saints player can cause Brighton problems, it's likely to be him.
Brighton & Hove Albion Team News
Fabian Hürzeler's team travel without Jason Steele, Igor, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadıoğlu, Pervis Estupiñán, James Milner and Solly March, but Mats Wieffer was back on the bench on Valentine's night, now hoping to feature for the first time since 21 December due to injury.
Nevertheless, following such an impressive display, Hürzeler could name an unchanged lineup, featuring Danny Welbeck leading the line, chosen over João Pedro.
Brighton & Hove Albion predicted lineup vs Southampton: (4-4-1-1): Verbruggen; Veltman, Webster, van Hecke, Lamptey; Hinshelwood, Baleba, Minteh, Mitoma, Georginio; Welbeck.
Brighton & Hove Albion Player to Watch vs Southampton
Kaoru Mitoma was on target when Southampton visited Sussex, one of seven goals he's scored this season, so will the Japanese winger net in a third successive outing?
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Prediction
We're backing Brighton for a very comfortable victory at St Mary's. The Seagulls are soaring, while the Saints are sinking back down to the Championship: Southampton 0-3 Brighton & Hove Albion.
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game on TV channel?
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League game on live streaming?
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League?
Southampton vs Brighton & Hove Albion takes place on Saturday 22 February 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).