Brighton vs Chelsea Predictions

Brighton vs Chelsea predictions for this Premier League clash. Brighton face Chelsea again after their 2-1 FA Cup win on 8th February. The Seagulls aim for another victory, while the Blues seek revenge in this quick rematch. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Premier League | Feb 14, 2025 at 8pm UK at The Amex Stadium

Brighton vs Chelsea Predictions

Can the Seagulls Ground the Blues Again?

• Chelsea’s Away Struggles Continue
  • The Blues are without a win in their last five competitive away games, suffering three defeats and conceding 10 goals in that period.
• Brighton’s Home Record Against Chelsea
  • The Seagulls have only lost one of their last four home meetings with Chelsea, highlighting their ability to frustrate the Blues at the Amex.
• Georginio Rutter’s Impact
  • The Brighton forward has been in excellent form, scoring five goals in his last six appearances, including one in last weekend’s FA Cup triumph over Chelsea.

Best Bet for Brighton vs Chelsea

Friday night’s clash at the Amex Stadium sees Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea go head-to-head for the second time in under a week, following the Seagulls’ hard-fought 2-1 FA Cup victory. That result sent shockwaves through the Chelsea camp, exposing their frailties on the road while reinforcing the growing belief that Fabian Hurzeler’s side are more than capable of troubling the so-called ‘big six’.

With Brighton looking to build momentum in the Premier League and Chelsea desperately trying to cement their place in the top four, this fixture carries significant weight for both teams. The Seagulls sit in 10th place, but with Hurzeler’s expansive approach yielding positive results, they will be confident of another strong showing in front of their home fans. Chelsea, meanwhile, remain in fourth but are teetering, with just two wins in their last eight league matches, leaving them vulnerable to those chasing a Champions League spot.

Brighton’s resurgence was evident in the FA Cup win last weekend, where they recovered from an early setback to outplay Chelsea. With the visitors struggling for consistency away from home, the stage is set for another tightly contested battle on the South Coast.

Best Bet for Brighton vs Chelsea: Draw & Both Teams to Score

At BettingTips4You, we pride ourselves on delivering just one clear-cut prediction per game rather than bombarding readers with multiple selections. We focus on quality over quantity, ensuring that our readers get the best possible bet for any given fixture. For this encounter, the standout choice is Draw & Both Teams to Score.

There’s a strong case for this selection based on both recent form and historical trends. Brighton and Chelsea have proven to be evenly matched over their last dozen meetings, with four of those games ending in draws. Brighton’s victory last weekend might suggest they have the upper hand, but Chelsea will be desperate for a response. However, Maresca’s side simply cannot be trusted away from home, having failed to win any of their last five competitive away fixtures.

Brighton have looked impressive at the Amex, losing just one of their last four home games against Chelsea. Hurzeler’s attacking approach, spearheaded by the likes of Georginio Rutter and Kaoru Mitoma, has made them a dangerous side going forward, as seen in their recent wins over Manchester United (3-1) and Ipswich Town (2-0). The Seagulls have scored in each of their last five home games, and given Chelsea’s defensive issues—particularly with Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana still absent—there is every reason to believe Brighton will find the net again.

Chelsea, for all their inconsistencies, still carry a threat. They have managed to score in each of their last six league matches, even in defeats, showing they are rarely shut out. However, their defensive frailties away from Stamford Bridge are glaring. In their last four away games, they have conceded an average of two goals per match, a worrying statistic for Maresca as they prepare to face an in-form Brighton attack.

The Blues’ last three away league games have ended in a 2-1 defeat, a 2-2 draw, and a 3-1 loss, reinforcing the notion that they struggle to keep things tight on their travels. Brighton, meanwhile, have seen Over 2.5 Goals land in six of their last seven meetings with Chelsea, making another goal-laden affair highly probable.

“Chelsea are struggling on the road, and Brighton are playing with confidence at home. A tight contest is expected, but goals at both ends feel inevitable. A draw with both teams scoring looks the smartest bet here.”
— BettingTips4You.com expert Tyler Morris

Predicted Scoreline: Brighton 2-2 Chelsea

Given Brighton’s attacking intent and Chelsea’s defensive issues, another high-scoring affair seems likely. While the Seagulls have shown they can edge Chelsea at home, the Blues will be desperate to avoid back-to-back losses to the same opponent in the space of a week. A 2-2 draw appears a likely outcome, with Brighton’s attacking prowess countered by Chelsea’s need to respond.

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