Chelsea today face a stern test against unbeaten Brighton in the Premier League.
It represents perhaps the biggest Enzo Maresca has had since the Blues lost to Manchester City on the opening weekend.
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There is little doubt Chelsea have progressed since, however.
They haven’t lost since and while there will be tougher tests to come, a second-string side thumped Barrow 5-0 in the Carabao Cup earlier this week.
Having romped to a 3-0 win over West Ham in their last League outing, confidence should indeed be high.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Chelsea vs Brighton is scheduled for a 3pm BST kick-off time today, Saturday, September 28, 2024.
Stamford Bridge in London will host.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Brighton
TV channel and live stream: The game will not be broadcast in the UK as it takes place during the 3pm blackout imposed across British football.
Free highlights: Match of the Day will show highlights when it airs at 10.30pm on BBC One on Saturday.
Live blog: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s live blog, including expert analysis from Malik Ouzia at the ground.
Chelsea vs Brighton team news
Chelsea had Malo Gusto back against Barrow in good news for Maresca, given fellow right-back Reece James is injured.
The Chelsea boss has confirmed that Romeo Lavia is available to feature, with a decision to be made on whether he can start. Nicolas Jackson, Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, Noni Madueke and former Brighton star Moises Caicedo are all pushing to return.
The Seagulls are without James Milner, Matt O’Riley and Solly March. Joao Pedro will miss the game after sustaining a knock during last weekend’s draw with Nottingham Forest.
Chelsea vs Brighton prediction
It’s a big test of Chelsea’s progress, given Brighton are unbeaten thus far. The Seagulls would bite your hand off for a point now, but are capable of more.
Enzo Maresca knows keeping a clean sheet will be key in a fixture which has usually thrown up a few goals.
Draw, 1-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea wins: 15
Draws: 5
Brighton wins: 3
Chelsea vs Brighton latest odds
Chelsea to win: 7/10
Draw: 16/5
Brighton to win: 7/2
