Brighton vs Brentford: Match Preview
Head to Head
Brighton & Hove Albion and Brentford have met 82 times in all competitions.
Of those encounters, Brighton hold a slight edge with 35 wins, while Brentford have won 30, and 17 games ended in a draw.
In recent Premier League clashes: Brentford beat Brighton 4–2 in April 2025, but there have also been several draws, including a 0–0 in December 2024.
According to head-to-head statistical sites, the fixture tends to produce over 2.5 goals, with both teams scoring regularly.
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Prediction / Analysis
Form & Momentum: Brighton, at home, are often more comfortable and have home-field advantages. Brentford, meanwhile, have shown attacking flair but inconsistency, especially away from home.
Strengths to exploit: Brentford’s strength lies in set-pieces — they’ve scored a significant number of goals from dead-ball situations. Brighton, on the other hand, have been vulnerable on defending such situations.
Key player: For Brentford, Yoane Wissa is one to watch — he’s been influential in their attack and can be a decisive figure.
Given both teams’ tendencies and recent form, a draw seems likely. Several analysts expect a tight, competitive match — potentially with goals, but not a blowout.
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Correct Score Prediction
A 1–1 draw is a commonly predicted correct score among pundits.
Some also lean toward a 2–1 win for Brighton, given their home advantage and Brentford’s defensive lapses on set-pieces.
