Brighton & Hove Albion faces Everton at the American Express Stadium on Saturday, with both teams eager to improve their positions in the league.
Brighton is currently in 12th place after losing 2–1 to Fulham last weekend. Everton, sitting 10th, has become proficient in away games, managing five clean sheets in their last six matches on the road. They won the last encounter 2–0, aiming for their first league double over Brighton since 1981.
Brighton vs Everton – Match Details
- Date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
- Venue: American Express Stadium, Brighton
- Referee: Chris Kavanagh
- VAR: Neil Davies
- Last Meeting: Everton 2–0 Brighton (24 Aug 2025), Premier League
Team News
Brighton
Manager Fabian Hürzeler has confirmed that Brajan Gruda is back in training and available for selection. A late call will be made on Diego Gomez due to a minor training issue. Joel Veltman and Igor Julio are also available and aiming for starting positions. However, Solly March, Adam Webster, and Stefanos Tzimas are still sidelined with knee injuries.
Everton
Everton faces a setback with Jack Grealish potentially out for the season because of a stress fracture. On a positive note, Michael Keane will return after a three-match suspension. Tim Iroegbunam has also resumed training. Jarrad Branthwaite and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are back but may be introduced gradually.
Recent Form
Brighton
Brighton has struggled lately, with just one win in their last 10 league matches. Their latest results include a loss to Fulham and a draw with Crystal Palace. They have gained only eight points since December and have trailed at halftime in 12 matches this season, with few teams earning less during this stretch.
Everton
Everton comes off a solid 1–1 draw against Leeds United and recently achieved a significant 1–0 win over Aston Villa, ending their opponent’s 11-match winning streak. The team has kept five clean sheets in away games, including three in a row. Thierno Barry has been key, scoring in his last two away matches.
Predicted Lineups
Brighton Predicted XI: Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Hinshelwood, Baleba; Gomez, Gross, Mitoma; Welbeck
Everton Predicted XI: Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko; Gueye, Garner; McNeil, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Barry
How to Watch Brighton vs Everton?
The match will not be shown live in the UK due to the 3pm blackout. However, fans can listen to live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live. Full match highlights will be available on Match of the Day on BBC One at 22:30 GMT.
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