Brighton vs Burnley takes place in Round 20 of the 2025–26 Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 20:30 PM on Saturday, 3 January 2026. The match will be played at the American Express Stadium in Falmer under cold winter conditions, with temperatures expected to hover around 2°C on a grass surface.
This fixture brings together two sides struggling for consistency. Brighton are winless in their last five league matches, while Burnley arrive on the south coast without a victory in the same period. With both teams desperate for points, this could be a tense and tactical encounter rather than a free-flowing contest.
Match Overview – Brighton vs Burnley
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Brighton vs Burnley |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 20 |
| Date & Kick-Off | 3 January 2026 – 20:30 PM |
| Venue | American Express Stadium |
| Location | Falmer, East Sussex, England |
| Capacity | 31,872 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 2°C – Cold |
Brighton are expected to dominate possession at home, while Burnley may look to stay compact and threaten on transitions.
Recent Form Guide – Brighton vs Burnley
Brighton & Hove Albion – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 30/12 | West Ham United | Draw 2–2 |
| 27/12 | Arsenal | Loss 1–2 |
| 20/12 | Sunderland | Draw 0–0 |
| 13/12 | Liverpool FC | Loss 0–2 |
| 07/12 | West Ham United | Draw 1–1 |
Form Summary: 0 Wins – 3 Draws – 2 Losses
Brighton have been competitive against strong opposition but lack cutting edge in the final third, with too many matches ending level.
Burnley – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 30/12 | Newcastle United | Loss 1–3 |
| 27/12 | Everton | Draw 0–0 |
| 20/12 | AFC Bournemouth | Draw 1–1 |
| 13/12 | Fulham | Loss 2–3 |
| 06/12 | Newcastle United | Loss 1–2 |
Form Summary: 0 Wins – 2 Draws – 3 Losses
Burnley have shown flashes of attacking intent but continue to concede goals at crucial moments, especially away from home.
Head-to-Head – Brighton vs Burnley
Overall Premier League Record (12 Meetings)
| Team | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 2 | 7 | 3 |
| Burnley | 3 | 7 | 2 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Apr 2024 | Burnley | 1–1 | Brighton |
| 09 Dec 2023 | Brighton | 1–1 | Burnley |
| 19 Feb 2022 | Brighton | 0–3 | Burnley |
| 14 Aug 2021 | Burnley | 1–2 | Brighton |
| 06 Feb 2021 | Burnley | 1–1 | Brighton |
Draws have been a recurring theme in this fixture, with three of the last five meetings ending level.
Top Scorers
- Brighton: Danny Welbeck – 8 goals (18 matches)
- Burnley: Zian Flemming – 5 goals (15 matches)
Welbeck remains Brighton’s most reliable goal threat, while Flemming is Burnley’s key attacking outlet despite limited service.
Predicted Lineups – Brighton vs Burnley
Brighton & Hove Albion (4-2-3-1)
Bart Verbruggen – Joel Veltman, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadioglu – Yasin Ayari, James Milner – Brajan Gruda, Diego Gomez, Maxim De Cuyper – Danny Welbeck
Burnley (3-4-3)
Martin Dubravka – Josh Laurent, Hjalmar Ekdal, Bashir Humphreys – Kyle Walker, Lesley Ugochukwu, Florentino, Lucas Pires – Marcus Edwards, Armando Broja, Loum Tchaouna
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton | Yankuba Minteh, Adam Webster, Solly March, Stefanos Tzimas | Injury |
| Burnley | Joe Worrall, Josh Cullen, Maxime Estève, Connor Roberts, Jordan Beyer, Zeki Amdouni | Injury |
Burnley are particularly stretched defensively, which could be decisive late in the match.
Prediction Summary – Brighton vs Burnley
Why Brighton Could Win
- Home advantage at the Amex
- Greater midfield control
- Danny Welbeck’s experience in tight matches
Why Burnley Could Compete
- Three-at-the-back system offers defensive cover
- Pace on the wings for counter-attacks
- Brighton’s recent difficulty converting chances
This looks set to be a closely fought contest. Brighton may control possession, but Burnley’s resilience could keep the scoreline tight.
Final Score Prediction : Brighton 1–1 Burnley
Likely Scorers: Danny Welbeck, Zian Flemming
Confidence Levels
- Brighton Win – 42%
- Draw – 34%
- Burnley Win – 24%
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Suggested Tips:
- Draw or Brighton Double Chance
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- Anytime Scorer: Danny Welbeck
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FAQs – Brighton vs Burnley
1.What time is Brighton vs Burnley?
Kick-off is at 20:30 PM on Saturday, 3 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the American Express Stadium, Falmer.
3.What is the predicted score for Brighton vs Burnley?
A 1–1 draw is the most likely outcome based on recent form and head-to-head history.