Brighton will be aiming to move into the Champions League spots this weekend when they clash with Bournemouth.
The Seagulls have won three of their last five matches, and only Liverpool have lost fewer fixtures this term.
Bournemouth have shown progression under Andoni Iraola, and could move into the top half with a victory in the Premier League this weekend. The Cherries have suffered just a single defeat across their last four outings.
Odds
Bournemouth will be a short price favorite to claim victory this weekend at +143. A Brighton win could be an interesting selection at +188.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Bournemouth | +143 |
| Draw | +262 |
| Brighton | +188 |
Brighton Have Won Three of Last Four Against Cherries
| Total | Bournemouth | Brighton | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 23 | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Premier League Games | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Goals | 64 | 35 | 29 |
Bournemouth secured a rare success against the Seagulls in the Premier League last season, winning 3-0 at the Vitality in April.
However, Brighton have won three of the last four meetings, which includes a 2-0 success on the road in April 2023.
But, home wins when these sides collide are common, with seven of the ten Premier League meetings being won by the side playing in front of their own fans.
🚨⚽ TIP: Over 3.00 Goals @ -107
Bournemouth vs. Brighton Key Stats
- Bournemouth will be happy to be back on home soil after losing three of their last four on the road.
- Brighton secured a famous win over Man City before the international break. The success was second time that they had come back from a goal behind to beat the champions.
- Brighton have won their last two EPL matches in which they have trailed at the half-time break.
Bournemouth Team News
Ryan Christie will serve his one-game suspension at the Vitality Stadium this weekend. The Cherries will also be without Antoine Semenyo, Dango Ouattara, and Alex Scott.
Possible Lineup
Kepa Arrizabalaga (GK); Adam Smith, Ilya Zabarnyi, Marco Senesi, Milos Kerkez, Lewis Cook, Tyler Adams, David Brooks, Marcus Tavernier, Justin Kluivert, Evanilson
Brighton Team News
Brighton will have a number of defensive issues this weekend, with Ferdi Kadioglu, Lewis Dunk, and Adam Webster all doubts. Yankuba Minteh is also likely to miss out. James Milner and Solly March aren’t expected to return until December.
Possible Lineup
Bart Vebruggen (GK); Joel Veltman, Jan van Hecke, Igor, Pervis Estupinan, Simon Adringra, Josh Hinshelwood, Carlos Baleba, Kaoru Mitoma, Joao Pedro, Danny Welbeck
Bournemouth vs. Brighton Prediction
An entertaining fixture is set for the Vitality this weekend, and cases can be made for all three possible outcomes.
Brighton’s start to the season has been eye-catching but the trends of home wins when these sides collide could be worthwhile following. For that reason, the narrow preference is with the home side.
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