Burnley vs Brighton: Predicted Lineup and Team Updates

Burnley heads to the Amex Stadium on Saturday, aiming for a crucial result against Brighton.

Currently in 19th place, Burnley needs points to close a six-point gap to safety. Notably, they have never lost a Premier League match at this location, with two wins and four draws from their six visits. Coach Scott Parker hopes to use this history to break their 10-game winless streak.

Burnley team news

Parker is dealing with major player absences. Axel Tuanzebe, Hannibal Mejbri, and Lyle Foster are away for international duty at AFCON. Additionally, captain Josh Cullen is sidelined for nine months due to an ACL injury. Maxime Estève is also a doubt after an injury against Newcastle. Bashir Humphreys is expected to fill in the defense alongside Hjalmar Ekdal and Josh Laurent.

In midfield, Florentino Luís and Lesley Ugochukwu are likely to pair up, needing to support a defense that has given up a league-high 18 first-half goals this season. Up front, Armando Broja will lead the attack, backed by Marcus Edwards and Loum Tchaouna. Burnley has registered the fewest shots in the league this season, so they need to make the most of their limited chances.

Burnley predicted lineup

Burnley predicted XI: Dúbravka; Laurent, Ekdal, Humphreys; Walker, Ugochukwu, Luís, Pires; Edwards, Broja, Tchaouna

When will the match kick off?

The match is set for Saturday, 3 January 2026, at the American Express Stadium, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT.

How to watch Brighton vs Burnley?

The match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the Saturday 15:00 blackout rule. Highlights will be shown on BBC’s Match of the Day at 22:30 GMT.