Chelsea vs Brighton Preview: Team News & Prediction
by Alex Lawes ·
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This is a really intriguing contest at Stamford Bridge on Sunday and it could be a thriller as Chelsea welcome Brighton and Hove Albion down to Stamford Bridge.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports / USA – USA Network
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Chelsea preview: Strong start
It is a new era for Chelsea with the appointment of manager Xabi Alonso. It is suggested that the former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss has been given more power than previous Chelsea managers – and so pressure does come with that for Alonso.
His reign began with an entertaining 3-2 victory against his old friend Alvaro Arbeloa and his Fulham side in a West London derby last week at Craven Cottage before they then eased to a comfortable 2-0 defeat of Luton Town in the second round of the EFL Cup.
Brighton preview: Soaring Seagulls
It has been a strong start to the campaign for Brighton and Hove Albion, too, with a strong start in the Premier League and progression through to the league phase of the UEFA Europa Conference League, courtesy of a 4-0 defeat of Tromso in midweek.
Brighton raced into a 4-0 lead in the first half of their league opener against Aston Villa at the AMEX Stadium, eventually holding onto that lead, and they look to already be in a very good groove as they head to the capital city on Sunday.
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Brighton team news: Coming soon
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Chelsea vs Brighton prediction
Xabi Alonso’s managerial success has come with his teams playing fluid and exciting football – and that was the case for The Blues in their victory against Fulham the other day. Brighton balance their style by being able to dominate in possession but also springing quickly to win the ball back high up the pitch, as they often did against Villa. Chelsea would have to remain favourites with their home advantage but this should be quite a fun watch for the neutral.
Chelsea vs Brighton tip: Chelsea to win & both teams to score
