Brighton vs Everton Match Preview: Seagulls Aim to Extend Unbeaten Run Against Toffees
Match Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Kick-off Time: 3 PM GMT
Venue: The American Express Stadium, Brighton
The Premier League returns this weekend with a captivating clash between Brighton and Everton at the Amex Stadium. Both teams will be looking to bounce back from contrasting fortunes in their last outings.
Head-to-Head
The recent meetings between Brighton and Everton have been closely contested affairs. The Seagulls hold the upper hand in the last three encounters, including a convincing 3-0 victory earlier this season. However, Everton boasts a superior record in the last five meetings, claiming two wins, including a resounding 5-1 triumph at the Amex Stadium. Interestingly, both teams have found the net in five of the last six meetings between the two sides, suggesting an exciting encounter could be on the cards this weekend.
Brighton Stats and Analysis
Brighton are currently in a decent run of form, sitting comfortably in eighth place in the Premier League table. They are unbeaten in their last three meetings against Everton and will be confident of extending that streak on home soil. The Seagulls possess a potent attack, with the attacking quartet of Yankuba Minteh, Kaoru Mitoma, Joao Pedro, and Danny Welbeck all finding the net consistently this season. However, their defense has been leaky at times, conceding 30 goals in 22 league matches.
Everton Stats and Analysis
Everton, on the other hand, find themselves in a relegation scrap, languishing in 17th position. Despite a morale-boosting win against Tottenham last weekend, their away form remains a concern. The Toffees have managed just one victory on their travels this season. Manager David Moyes will be hoping to build on their recent win and turn their fortunes around. If Calvert-Lewin and Iliman Ndiaye can continue their blossoming partnership upfront, Everton can cause problems for the Brighton defense.
Score Prediction
This match promises to be a tight contest. Brighton’s home advantage and recent unbeaten run against Everton give them a slight edge. However, Everton’s newfound attacking threat under Moyes should not be underestimated.
Predicted Score: Brighton 2-1 Everton
