The Premier League Round 22 fixture between Brighton vs Bournemouth will be played at the iconic American Express Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM (IST) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026.
Brighton come into this contest as slight favorites, boosted by a strong home record against Bournemouth and recent resilience away from home. Bournemouth, meanwhile, arrive with attacking confidence but defensive concerns, having failed to keep a clean sheet in their last seven league matches.
Match Overview – Brighton vs Bournemouth
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Brighton vs Bournemouth |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | Round 22 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Tuesday, 20 January 2026 – 01:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | American Express Stadium |
| Location | Falmer, East Sussex, England |
| Capacity | 31,872 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 9°C – Cool |
Brighton are expected to control possession through Pascal Groß and Ayari in midfield, while Bournemouth will likely look to exploit transitions using the pace and movement of Kroupi, Tavernier, and Adli.
Season So Far Comparison – Brighton vs Bournemouth
| Metric | Brighton & Hove Albion | Bournemouth |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 12 | 15 |
| Wins | 7 | 6 |
| Draws | 8 | 8 |
| Losses | 6 | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 31 | 34 |
| Avg Goals per Match | 1 | 2 |
| Avg Goals Conceded | 1 | 2 |
| xG (Expected Goals) | 33.56 | 32.94 |
| xG per 90 | 1.60 | 1.57 |
| Clean Sheets | 5 | 5 |
Statistically, the two sides are very close in xG output, but Brighton’s stronger defensive numbers and home advantage give them a marginal edge.
Recent Form Guide – Brighton vs Bournemouth
Brighton – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| MW17 | Sunderland (H) | D 0–0 |
| MW18 | Arsenal (A) | L 1–2 |
| MW19 | West Ham (A) | D 2–2 |
| MW20 | Burnley (H) | W 2–0 |
| MW21 | Man City (A) | D 1–1 |
Bournemouth – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| MW17 | Burnley (H) | D 1–1 |
| MW18 | Brentford (A) | W 4–1 |
| MW19 | Chelsea (A) | D 2–2 |
| MW20 | Arsenal (H) | L 2–3 |
| MW21 | Tottenham (H) | W 3–2 |
Head-to-Head – Brighton vs Bournemouth (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Match | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep 2025 | Bournemouth vs Brighton | 2–1 |
| 25 Feb 2025 | Brighton vs Bournemouth | 2–1 |
| 23 Nov 2024 | Bournemouth vs Brighton | 1–2 |
| 28 Apr 2024 | Bournemouth vs Brighton | 3–0 |
| 24 Sep 2023 | Brighton vs Bournemouth | 1–3 |
Top Scorers to Watch
- Brighton: Danny Welbeck – 8 goals (20 matches)
- Bournemouth: Eli Junior Kroupi – 7 goals (16 matches)
Welbeck’s movement and finishing remain central to Brighton’s attack, while Kroupi has been Bournemouth’s most consistent goal threat this season.
Predicted Lineups – Brighton vs Bournemouth
Brighton & Hove Albion (4-2-3-1)
Bart Verbruggen – Joel Veltman, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadioglu – Yasin Ayari, Pascal Groß – Brajan Gruda, Georginio Rutter, Kaoru Mitoma – Danny Welbeck
AFC Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)
Djordje Petrović – Alex Jimenez, James Hill, Marcos Senesi, Adrien Truffert – Alex Scott, Lewis Cook – Amine Adli, Eli Junior Kroupi, Marcus Tavernier – Evanilson
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Brighton | Yankuba Minteh, Adam Webster, Mats Wieffer, Solly March, Stefanos Tzimas |
| Bournemouth | Ryan Christie, Will Dennis, Matai Akinmboni, Justin Kluivert, Tyler Adams, Ben Doak, Enes Ünal |
Statistical Projection – Brighton vs Bournemouth
| Metric | Brighton | Bournemouth |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 49% | 26% |
| Draw Probability | 25% | — |
| Possession | 54–58% | 42–46% |
| Shots on Target | 5–6 | 4–5 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.6–2.0 | 1.2–1.6 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 28% | 16% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Danny Welbeck | Eli Junior Kroupi |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Brighton 2–1 Bournemouth
Likely Scorers
- Danny Welbeck
- Kaoru Mitoma
- Eli Junior Kroupi
Brighton’s home dominance in this fixture, combined with Bournemouth’s defensive struggles, points toward a narrow but deserved home win. Expect Bournemouth to threaten going forward, but Brighton’s balance and control should prove decisive.
Confidence Levels
- Bournemouth Win: 26%
- Brighton Win: 49%
- Draw: 25%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Brighton to Win
- Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Danny Welbeck
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FAQs – Brighton vs Bournemouth
1.What time is Brighton vs Bournemouth?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM (IST) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the American Express Stadium, Falmer, East Sussex.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Danny Welbeck for Brighton and Eli Junior Kroupi for Bournemouth.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 home win for Brighton.