The Premier League Round 27 clash between Brentford vs Brighton & Hove Albion will take place at the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, Middlesex, England. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:30 PM IST on 21 February 2026.
With cool 13°C weather expected and a compact 17,250-capacity stadium creating an intense atmosphere, this fixture could significantly impact Brentford’s European ambitions and Brighton’s push for a top-half finish.
Match Overview – Brentford vs Brighton
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Brentford vs Brighton |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | 27 |
| Date & Time | 21 February 2026 – 20:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Gtech Community Stadium |
| Location | Brentford, Middlesex |
| Capacity | 17,250 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 13°C – Cool Conditions |
Brentford enter the match sitting 7th, while Brighton are 14th but showing improved resilience in recent weeks.
Season So Far Comparison – Brentford vs Brighton
| Statistic | Brentford | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 7th | 14th |
| Wins | 12 | 7 |
| Draws | 4 | 10 |
| Losses | 10 | 9 |
| Goals Scored | 40 | 34 |
| Goals Per Match | 2 | 1 |
| Goals Conceded Per Match | 1 | 1 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 41.75 | 38.86 |
| xG per 90 | 1.61 | 1.49 |
| Clean Sheets | 6 | 5 |
Recent Form Guide – Brentford vs Brighton
Brentford (Last 5 Matches)
| Matchweek | Result |
|---|---|
| MW22 | Won 2-0 vs Chelsea (A) |
| MW23 | Lost 0-2 vs Nottingham Forest (H) |
| MW24 | Won 1-0 vs Aston Villa (A) |
| MW25 | Lost 2-3 vs Newcastle (A) |
| MW26 | Drew 1-1 vs Arsenal (H) |
Brighton (Last 5 Matches)
| Matchweek | Result |
|---|---|
| MW22 | Drew 1-1 vs Bournemouth (H) |
| MW23 | Won 2-1 vs Fulham (A) |
| MW24 | Drew 1-1 vs Everton (H) |
| MW25 | Lost 0-1 vs Crystal Palace (H) |
| MW26 | Won 1-0 vs Aston Villa (A) |
Head-to-Head – Brentford vs Brighton
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2025 | Brighton 2-1 Brentford |
| Apr 19, 2025 | Brentford 4-2 Brighton |
| Dec 27, 2024 | Brighton 0-0 Brentford |
| Apr 03, 2024 | Brentford 0-0 Brighton |
| Dec 06, 2023 | Brighton 2-1 Brentford |
Series Summary (9 Meetings)
- Brentford Wins: 2
- Brighton Wins: 4
- Draws: 3
Brighton hold the historical edge, but Brentford tend to perform strongly at home.
to Watch
| Player | Team | Goals | Assists | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igor Thiago | Brentford | 17 | 1 | 26 |
| Danny Welbeck | Brighton | 8 | — | 25 |
🔥 Igor Thiago is in outstanding form and remains Brentford’s biggest attacking threat.
Predicted Lineups – Brentford vs Brighton
Brentford (4-2-3-1)
Caoimhin Kelleher
Michael Kayode – Kristoffer Vassbakk Ajer – Sepp van den Berg – Rico Henry
Yehor Yarmoliuk – Vitaly Janelt
Dango Ouattara – Mathias Jensen – Keane Lewis-Potter
Igor Thiago
Unavailable: Fabio Carvalho, Joshua Dasilva
Brighton (4-3-3)
Bart Verbruggen
Joel Veltman – Jan Paul van Hecke – Lewis Dunk – Ferdi Kadioglu
Pascal Gross – Carlos Baleba – Jack Hinshelwood
Diego Gomez – Danny Welbeck – Kaoru Mitoma
Unavailable: Adam Webster, Yasin Ayari, Solly March, Stefanos Tzimas
Statistical Projection – Brentford vs Brighton
| Metric | Brentford | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 48% | 27% |
| Draw Probability | 25% | — |
| Expected Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Shots on Target | 6–8 | 4–6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.8–2.2 | 1.1–1.5 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 36% | 24% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Igor Thiago | Welbeck |
Brentford’s home form and attacking efficiency give them a slight advantage.
✅ Final Score Prediction
Brentford 2–1 Brighton
Likely Scorers:
- Igor Thiago
- Mathias Jensen
- Danny Welbeck
Brentford’s superior attacking output and strong home record should edge a tight contest, though Brighton’s disciplined structure could keep it competitive until the final whistle.
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Brentford to Win
- Both Teams to Score – Yes
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Igor Thiago
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Football remains unpredictable — analyze responsibly.
FAQs – Brentford vs Brighton
1.What time does Brentford vs Brighton start?
The match kicks off at 20:30 PM IST on 21 February 2026.
2.Where is the match played?
At Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, England.
3.Who is the key player to watch?
Igor Thiago, Brentford’s top scorer with 17 goals this season.
4.What is the predicted score?
Brentford 2–1 Brighton.