In the fifth round of the English Premier League, Brighton will face Tottenham on Saturday, 20 September, at 16:00 Central European Time. Here’s a look at the scoring potential for this match.
Match Preview
Brighton has had an uneven season so far in the Premier League, earning only 4 points from their first four matches. They lost to Everton and Bournemouth but managed to secure points against Fulham and achieved a surprising 2-1 victory over Manchester City.
This mix of results indicates that Brighton can be unpredictable, particularly when playing at home. Coach Fabian Hürzeler is building a team focused on dynamic wing play and high-intensity pressing. Brighton excels at quickly transitioning from defense to attack, with a midfield composed of skilled players aiming to control the game.
Though Brighton can create scoring opportunities, they have defensive weaknesses, often losing focus at critical times, which has led to goals against them.
Strong defense and effective energy management will be crucial in their match against Tottenham. Playing at home, Brighton’s Mitoma and his teammates have the potential to challenge their renowned opponents.
Tottenham, led by Thomas Frank, has been more consistent this season, gathering 9 points from their first four games. They recorded wins over Burnley, West Ham, and Manchester City, but lost to Bournemouth.
The Spurs are recognized for their solid defensive play and quick counterattacks, utilizing their fast and skilled forwards effectively. Frank counts on the agility of Kudus and Simons, who can pose a threat in the box from various positions.
The team manages the pace well and distributes the workload smartly. Under the new coach, Tottenham has shown improvements, particularly in their defensive strength compared to last season.
In their recent Champions League match, the Spurs secured a win against Villarreal, thanks to a notable own goal by the opposing goalkeeper.
Match Facts
- Brighton has conceded goals in six straight Premier League matches.
- The Seagulls remain unbeaten at home since April.
- Tottenham has not conceded in their away games this season.
- Brighton averages 1.5 goals per home game, while Tottenham averages 1.7 goals per away match.
Probable Lineups
- Brighton: Verbruggen, Veltman, van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu, Ayari, Baleba, Rutter, Minteh, Mitoma, Welbeck.
- Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario, Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Spence, Palhinha, Bergvall, Sarr, Kudus, Simons, Richarlison.
H2H
- Brighton has won their last two matches against Tottenham.
- In the past five encounters between these teams, both sides have consistently scored.
Prediction
Both teams boast quick and skilled players who can generate scoring opportunities. Given their attacking style and current form, a high-scoring match is anticipated, with bookmakers slightly favoring the hosts. A good bet would be on Tottenham to score over 1 goal.