Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC Preview, lineups, prediction, team news
Today’s Match Between Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Preview, Prediction, Team News, and Lineups EFL Cup Round 3 Today Match on 27th September 2023 at Stamford Bridge (London).
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC Match Preview
Chelsea host Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday 27 September 2023, in the third round of the 2023-24 EFL Cup campaign.
Chelsea have had a rocky start to the season, winning just two of their last 11 competitive outings. They currently find themselves in the bottom half of the Premier League table and were beaten 1-0 at home by Aston Villa in their last match.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino is under pressure to deliver results, and he hopes his side can turn things around in the EFL Cup. Chelsea have a strong record in the competition, winning it five times in the last 15 years.
Brighton, on the other hand, are in much better shape. They have won three of their last four games and five of their last seven games. They are currently in the top half of the Premier League table and will look to build on their recent good form in the EFL Cup.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi has assembled a talented squad at Brighton and he hopes his side can reach the latter stages of the EFL Cup this season.
Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC Match Facts
- League: EFL Cup
- MATCH: Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC
- DATE: 27th September 2023
- VENUE: Stamford Bridge (London)
- TIME: 18:45 (UK)
Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC Team News
Chelsea have a number of injury concerns ahead of the match, with Wesley Fofana, Christopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia, Trevoh Chalobah, Reece James, Carney Chukwuemeka, Benoit Badiashile, Noni Madueke and Marcus Bettinelli all sidelined.
However, Chelsea have strengthened their squad by signing Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk in a club record deal. Mudryk is a highly-rated young winger and he could make his Chelsea debut against Brighton.
Brighton
Brighton are also without a number of players due to injuries, with Alexis Mac Allister, Levi Colwill and Jakub Moder all ruled out.
However, Brighton have welcomed James Milner and Pascal Gross into training, and both players could feature against Chelsea.
Possible starting lineups For Both Teams
Chelsea’s possible starting lineup:
Kepa; Gusto, Silva, Colwill, Chilwell; Gallagher, Fernandez, Chukwuemeka; Sterling, Nkunku, Maatsen
Brighton & Hove Albion’s possible starting lineup:
Verbruggen; Veltman, Dunk, Webster, Estupinan; Caicedo, Dahoud; March, Lallana, Mitoma; Ferguson
Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC Prediction
Brighton are currently in better form than Chelsea and have a good record against the Blues in recent years. I predict a Brighton victory in this match.
Score prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Brighton & Hove Albion
However, it is important to note that this is just a prediction and anything can happen in football. Chelsea have a number of world-class players in their squad and they will be determined to get their season back on track.
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FAQs
Q. When does Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC kick off?
Ans. 27th September 2023 at 18:45 (UK)
Q. Where is Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC being played?
Ans. Stamford Bridge (London)
Q. Where can I get tickets for Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC?
Ans. Tickets are available on the Home Side Club website.
Q. What time does the Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC Match match start?
Ans. 18:45 (UK)
Q. Which team will hit more Goals in Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion FC match?
Ans. Brighton & Hove Albion FC will hit more Goals in this match.
Q. What TV channel is Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC on in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Arena Sport (BiH).
Q. Where can I stream Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion FC in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Arena Sport (BiH).
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