Premier League: Brighton vs. Chelsea Picks — Blues to Gain Revenge for Cup Defeat? (Feb 14)

There will be no love lost on Valentine’s Day in the Premier League this weekend, as Brighton welcome Chelsea to the Amex Stadium.

The Seagulls dumped the Blues out of the FA Cup last Saturday, but Fabian Hurzeler’s side will be looking for a change in fortunes in the league after losing each of their last two without scoring.

Chelsea continue to sit in a prominent position for a Champions League scrap after winning two of their last three. However, only a win this weekend will ensure that they remain clear of the chasing pack.

Odds

Brighton Chasing Rare Back-to-Back Wins Against Blues

Brighton ended a three-game losing sequence against Chelsea in the FA Cup last weekend. However, in the Premier League, it has been a different story. Chelsea have won on four of their last seven trips to Brighton, and have suffered just a single defeat across that period.

Brighton vs. Chelsea Key Stats

• Brighton suffered their heaviest league defeat since August 1958 in the latest round of Premier League matches against Nottingham Forest.
• The Seagulls haven’t suffered three successive defeats in the Premier League since March 2022.
• Chelsea are on the longest winless sequence in away matches in the EPL after going four without a win.

Brighton Team News

Lewis Dunk is the latest Brighton star to be ruled out due to injury. The defender joins James Milner, Solly March, Mats Wieffer, and Jason Stelle on the injury list. Pervis Estupinan is expected to return.

Possible Lineup

B. Vebruggen (GK); J. Veltman, J. van Hecke, Igor, P. Estupinan, C. Baleba, J. Hinshelwood, Y. Minteh, J. Pedro, K. Mitoma, G. Rutter

Chelsea Team News

Nicolas Jackson could miss out due to a groin strain this week. Meanwhile, Romeo Lavia, Wesley Fofana, and Benoit Badiashile aren’t expected to return until next month.

Possible Lineup

F. Jorgensen (GK); R. James, T. Adarabioyo, L. Colwill, M. Cucurella, E. Fernandez, M. Caicedo, P. Neto, C. Palmer, N. Madueke, C. Nkunku

Brighton vs. Chelsea Prop Picks

Another high-scoring affair looks likely between these sides this week, meaning that over 2.5 goals is a preferred selection. Meanwhile, Christopher Nkunku could seize his opportunity in the absence of Jackson.

The Frenchman has scored five across the domestic competitions this season, and has averaged 3.35 shots per 90 to accumulate an xG of 3.76 in the Premier League.

Brighton vs. Chelsea Picks

Brighton’s league form has been papered over following their 2-1 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup last weekend. However, they could fall back into old ways in the Premier League on Friday.

The Blues have won four of their seven Premier League trips to the Amex, and despite failing to win in their last four on the road, they have averaged way over 2.5 goals in away matches this season.