Brighton & Hove Albion will look to continue their recent dominance over Chelsea when they visit Stamford Bridge this Sunday. The Seagulls are chasing a fourth straight Premier League win against the Blues, a run that includes a dramatic 3-1 victory at the same ground last September. Roberto De Zerbi's side heads to London in fine form, sitting second in the Premier League with three points from one game and a perfect +4 goal difference.
Can Brighton extend their winning run against Chelsea?
Brighton have won their last three Premier League meetings with Chelsea, scoring three goals in each match. Their most recent triumph at Stamford Bridge came in September 2025, a 3-1 win sealed by two stoppage-time goals from Danny Welbeck and Maxim De Cuyper. That result was part of a pattern where Chelsea's home advantage has been nullified; the last five encounters in west London have seen three Chelsea wins and two for Brighton. The overall historical record still favors Chelsea, who have won 16 of the 28 meetings in all competitions, but the recent momentum is firmly with the visitors.
What was behind last season's strong finish?
Brighton finished eighth last season with 53 points, a platform built on defensive solidity and key individual performances. Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen was an ever-present in the league, playing 3,420 minutes and keeping 10 clean sheets. Defender Jan Paul van Hecke was a rock, winning 209 duels and making 189 clearances. In attack, Danny Welbeck led the line with 13 Premier League goals from his total of 14. The team's discipline was notable, as they received no red cards throughout the entire league campaign. You can review the full squad's contributions from last term on our stats page.
How did Brighton start the new season?
The Seagulls opened the 2026/27 campaign in spectacular fashion, thrashing Aston Villa 4-0. They were 4-0 up after just 31 minutes, which is the fastest a team has ever reached that margin in a Premier League opener. Brighton dominated possession with 73% and fired 21 shots, six on target, while preventing Villa from registering a single shot on goal for the first time since 2022. This result immediately put them three points behind early leaders Manchester City in the title race.
Who were the standout performers last season?
Beyond Welbeck's goals, several players defined Brighton's campaign. Angel Gomez contributed five league goals but also conceded 48 fouls. Yankuba Minteh provided four assists. In defence, Lewis Dunk made 142 clearances and received 10 yellow cards, while Ferdi Kadioglu played 3,134 minutes. The team's strong finish has given them confidence for the new season, and they will be eager to improve their position in the standings.
What is next for Brighton after this match?
Following the trip to Chelsea, Brighton's focus shifts to their next Premier League fixture at home to Leeds United on September 5th. Leeds currently sit ninth in the table. Maintaining their strong away form will be key for De Zerbi's men, as they have won their opening away league game in six of the last seven campaigns, with last season's loss at Everton being the only exception. All match details and future opponents can be found on the club's fixtures schedule. This report is based on statistics and facts originally compiled by Chelsea Football Club.
