Fulham hosts Brighton & Hove Albion at Craven Cottage on Saturday in an important mid-table match. The winning team could move up to sixth place in the Premier League standings by the weekend’s end.
Brighton comes to West London as known “comeback specialists.” They have not lost in a league-high eight matches when trailing this season. However, they face Fulham, a team they’ve struggled against historically. Brighton has only one win in their 11 Premier League games against the Cottagers, the lowest win rate against any team they’ve played more than twice. Fulham will aim to take advantage of this record to regain their form.
Fulham vs Brighton – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Saturday, 24 January 2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
- Venue: Craven Cottage, London
- Referee: Michael Oliver
- VAR: Tony Harrington
- Last Meeting: Brighton 1–1 Fulham (16 Aug 2025), Premier League
Team News
Fulham
Fulham faces a setback with Saša Lukić out for up to five weeks due to a serious hamstring injury sustained in their recent loss at Elland Road. In better news, Kenny Tete has resumed training and may be available. Rodrigo Muniz will be out for at least another week. The return of Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze from AFCON duty strengthens the squad.
Brighton
Coach Fabian Hürzeler announced that Maxim De Cuyper is fit after missing Monday’s draw. Yankuba Minteh and Carlos Baleba are vying for starting positions following strong performances. Baleba is expected to take Jack Hinshelwood’s place in midfield. Brighton will be without long-term absentees Solly March, Adam Webster, Mats Wieffer, and Stefanos Tzimas.
Form
Fulham
Fulham has made Craven Cottage a stronghold this season. They remain unbeaten in their last five home matches against Brighton in the Premier League, earning 64.5% of their points at home. They have scored in 13 of their 14 matches at the Cottage in all competitions.
Brighton
Brighton has struggled in recent away matches in London, winning only two of their last 18 Premier League games against London teams. They rank among the top three teams for the most yellow cards and fouls this season. Jan Paul van Hecke is a key player, contributing to more goals than any other centre-back so far.
Predicted Lineups
Fulham Predicted XI: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Cuenca, Robinson; Berge, Iwobi; Chukwueze, Wilson, Kevin; Jiménez
Brighton Predicted XI: Verbruggen; Veltman, van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Gross, Baleba; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Welbeck
How to watch Fulham vs Brighton?
Due to the blackout at 3:00 PM on Saturday in the UK, the match will not be broadcast live. Fans can listen to audio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live. Highlights will be available on Match of the Day on BBC One at 22:30 GMT.
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