Brighton vs Chelsea: The Blues Seek Revenge against Seagulls for FA Cup Exit

Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea lock horns for the second time in six days, this time in the Premier League, as they meet at the Amex Stadium on Friday night in a game in which the Blues would want to exact revenge on the Seagulls for their FA Cup elimination.

🔵Brighton Aim for Back-to-Back Wins Over Chelsea | Home Win = 2.97💵

Brighton’s 2-1 victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup ended a four-game losing streak in all competitions against the Blues. Fabian Hurzeler’s side will now hope to carry that momentum into this league fixture.

Despite their cup triumph, the Seagulls have struggled in the Premier League, winning just two of their last 12 league outings. With a European qualification spot still within reach some 7 points away, a victory against Chelsea would be a significant morale booster.

🔵Chelsea Plot Revenge with Top-Four Open| Away Win = 2.39💵

Chelsea must quickly put their FA Cup disappointment behind them and refocus on their Champions League ambitions. Enzo Maresca’s side currently sits fourth in the Premier League, just two points ahead of Manchester City and Newcastle.

The Blues’ away form has been a concern, with their last four league matches on the road failing to yield a victory. However, they did manage a 2-1 win in their last Premier League visit to the Amex and will be eager to replicate that result on Friday night.

🔑Key Players & Team News📰:

Brighton remain without Jason Steele, Ferdi Kadioglu, Igor Julio, James Milner, and Solly March due to injuries. Pervis Estupinan and Mats Wieffer face late fitness tests, while skipper Lewis Dunk’s availability remains uncertain after suffering a rib injury.

Chelsea continue to deal with injuries, with Fofana, Badiashile, Lavia, Kellyman, and Guiu all sidelined. Mudryk remains unavailable due to a doping ban, while James is expected to return. Nicolas Jackson is also out for six weeks with a hamstring issue.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.78💵

⚽While Brighton has struggled at home in recent league fixtures, they have still managed to beat the likes of Man City, Spurs and Man United while drawing Arsenal and Forest at the Amex this season. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 1.5 = 1.85

⚽Chelsea have won their last two Premier League meetings with Brighton and are aiming for a second consecutive league double over the Seagulls. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.28

⚽Despite their recent poor away form, Chelsea have found the net in seven of their last eight Premier League road trips, while Brighton have conceded in each of their last five league games. | Main Market: (Over/Under) Over 2.5 = 1.56

Both teams will be eager to secure three points for different reasons, making this a crucial encounter in the race for European football and top-four contention.

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