Brighton welcome Sunderland for a gripping Premier League Round 17 clash, with both sides eager to gain momentum. The Seagulls rely on fluid passing and home intensity, while Sunderland aim to surprise with pace, pressing, and counter-attacks. Expect an energetic contest, tactical battles in midfield, and moments of quality that could decide vital points under pressure from fans and rivals.
Brighton vs Sunderland, match details:
| Location | Brighton and Hove, England |
| Venue | The American Express Community Stadium |
| Date and time | 20th Dec, 2025 / 08:30 PM IST Time |
| Streaming | E2Bet |
| Establishment | 2011 |
| Capacity | 31,876 |
| Owner | The Community Stadium Limited |
| Home team | Brighton |
Team form (last 5 matches, latest first)
| Brighton | L D L W W |
| Sunderland | W L D W L |
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Brighton vs Sunderland, Head-to-Head Records:
| Team | Brighton | Sunderland |
| H2H | 3 | 3 |
| Wins | 2 | 1 |
| Loss | 1 | 2 |
| Draw | 0 | 0 |
Brighton vs Sunderland, (2025/26 Season Highlights):
| Team | Brighton | Sunderland |
| Played games | 19 | 17 |
| Goals | 37 | 20 |
| Total attacks | 1752 | 1559 |
Brighton vs Sunderland, Discipline Statistics:
| Category | Brighton | Sunderland |
| Red Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Yellow Cards | 44 | 35 |
| Fouls | 238 | 167 |
| Tackles | 352 | 281 |
Brighton vs Sunderland, Predicted Lineup:
| Brighton | Sunderland |
|---|---|
| Bart Verbruggen (G/K) Mats Wieffer Jan Paul van Hecke Lewis Dunk Ferdi Kadioglu Carlos Baleba Jack Hinshelwood Yankuba Minteh Brajan Gruda Diego Gomez Georginio Rutter | Robin Roefs (G/K) Nordi Mukiele Daniel Ballard Omar Alderete Reinildo Mandava Noah Sadiki Granit Xhaka Bertrand Traore Enzo Le Fee Chemsdine Talbi Brian Brobbey |
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Injured and Suspended Players:
Brighton:
- Adam Webster
- Solly March
- Stefanos Tzimas
Sunderland:
- Luke O’Nien
Brighton vs Sunderland, Betting Tips:
| Tips | Bet |
| Match Winner | Brighton 3-2 Sunderland |
| 1st half score | 1 |
| Most Assist | Lewis Dunk |
| 2nd half score | 4 |
| Player of the Match | Jan Paul van Hecke |
My prediction:
- I think Brighton will win the match
FAQ
When and where is the Brighton vs Sunderland match being played?
The match will be played on 20th December 2025 at the American Express Community Stadium, Brighton and Hove, with kickoff at 08:30 PM IST.
Where can fans watch Brighton vs Sunderland live?
The Brighton vs Sunderland match will be live streamed on E2Bet for viewers.
What is the recent form of both teams before this match?
Brighton’s last five matches show mixed form (L, D, L, W, W), while Sunderland have also been inconsistent (W, L, D, W, L).
Who are the key players to watch in this match?
For Brighton, Lewis Dunk and Jan Paul van Hecke are crucial at the back, while Brian Brobbey and Granit Xhaka are key players for Sunderland.
What is the match prediction for Brighton vs Sunderland?
Based on home advantage, squad balance, and recent performances, Brighton are favorites to win, with a predicted scoreline of 3–2.