The Premier League clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Everton on January 25, 2025, promises intrigue as both teams seek momentum. Brighton, riding a six-game unbeaten streak, aim to solidify their European ambitions, while Everton fight to escape relegation dangers after a morale-boosting win over Tottenham. This Brighton vs Everton Premier League preview delves into team news, key players, and predictions for the showdown at the Amex Stadium.
Match Overview
Brighton enter this fixture with confidence after a thrilling 3-1 victory at Old Trafford, extending their unbeaten run to six league games. Their home form has been resilient, with just one defeat at the Amex all season. Everton, meanwhile, snapped a three-game losing streak by edging Tottenham 3-2, reigniting hopes of survival under David Moyes. However, the Toffees’ away struggles persist—they’ve won just once on the road since October.
Brighton vs Everton Team News and Predicted Lineups
Brighton Team News
Captain Lewis Dunk and midfielder Matt O’Riley face late fitness tests, while Evan Ferguson (ankle) remains sidelined. Goalkeeper Jason Steele is out for the season, with Bart Verbruggen set to start. Predicted lineup (4-4-2):
- Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Webster, Estupiñán; Minteh, Baleba, Ayari, Mitoma; João Pedro, Welbeck.
Preparing for #PL action… 🔜⚽️ pic.twitter.com/IcC2E3FMTI
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) January 24, 2025
Everton Team News
Dwight McNeil (knee) and Armando Broja (ankle) are ruled out, but Dominic Calvert-Lewin returns after ending his 16-game goal drought. Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):
- Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gueye, Mangala; Lindstrøm, Doucouré, Ndiaye; Calvert-Lewin.
Branthwaite brilliance at Brighton. 🎯@Davanti_Tyres 🔵 #BHAEVE pic.twitter.com/lHc6I4q1Xo
— Everton (@Everton) January 24, 2025
Brighton vs Everton Key Players to Watch
- Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton): The Japanese winger has three goal contributions in his last two games and could become the first player from his nation to score in three straight Premier League matches.
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Everton): His resurgence is critical—Everton have scored just seven second-half goals all season, the league’s lowest.
Brighton vs Everton Tactical Analysis
Brighton’s Strengths:
- Defensive Solidity: Lewis Dunk (if fit) and Jan Paul van Hecke anchor a backline that’s conceded once in three games.
- Creative Midfield: Mitoma and João Pedro combine flair and finishing, crucial against Everton’s compact setup.
Everton’s Challenges:
- Aerial Threat: Calvert-Lewin’s physicality could exploit Brighton’s occasional vulnerability to crosses.
- Away Woes: The Toffees average just 0.6 goals per away game and have lost 12 of their last 21 road trips.
Brighton vs Everton Match Prediction and Betting Tips
Prediction: Brighton 2-1 Everton
Despite Everton’s resurgence, Brighton’s home advantage and attacking depth should prevail. The Seagulls have won three straight across competitions, while Everton’s second-half collapses (conceding 68% of goals post-break) remain a liability.
Betting Tips:
- Result: Brighton Win (Odds: 1.67).
- Anytime Scorer: João Pedro.
- Total Cards: Under 3.5 (Both teams average fewer than 2.5 cards/game).
Brighton vs Everton: How to Watch
- Date/Time: Saturday, January 25, 2025 – 15:00 GMT / 10:00 AM ET.
- TV (US): Peacock.
- Streaming (US): Premier League on Peacock.
(Not televised in the UK).
The Brighton vs Everton Premier League clash pits a surging Brighton side against an Everton team desperate for points. With tactical nuance and key players in focus, the Seagulls are poised to edge this encounter.
