Chelsea and Brighton have announced their official lineups for their upcoming Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge, with the two sides facing each other in the second round of the 2026-27 season.
Both teams will be looking to claim another three points after making strong starts to the new campaign.
Chelsea Lineup vs Brighton
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has announced his starting lineup for the Premier League clash against Brighton.
Chelsea’s starting lineup:
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Brighton Lineup vs Chelsea
Brighton’s starting lineup:
Xabi Alonso Targets Another Chelsea Victory
Xabi Alonso will be aiming to continue his positive start as Chelsea head coach when his side takes on Brighton in a difficult Premier League test.
Alonso began his Chelsea tenure with an exciting 3-2 victory over Fulham in the West London derby at Craven Cottage last week.
Chelsea then continued their winning run with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town in the second round of the English League Cup.
Brighton Enter Clash in Strong Form
Brighton, meanwhile, head into the Stamford Bridge clash with plenty of confidence after making an impressive start to the new season.
The Seagulls have also secured their place in the Europa League group stage after a convincing 4-0 victory over Tromso in midweek.
Brighton opened their Premier League campaign with another emphatic result, defeating Aston Villa 4-0 at the Amex Stadium.
The home side effectively settled the match in the first half by scoring four goals before maintaining their advantage until the final whistle.
Both Teams Target Second League Win
The clash at Stamford Bridge represents an important test for both sides as Chelsea and Brighton look to maintain their early momentum in the Premier League.
Alonso will be hoping to guide Chelsea to another victory and strengthen their position in the table, while Brighton will look to confirm their strong start with another impressive result away from home.
When is Chelsea vs Brighton?
The match takes place at Stamford Bridge in the second round of the Premier League.
Who is Chelsea’s manager?
Xabi Alonso is Chelsea’s head coach.
How did Chelsea start the Premier League season?
Chelsea began the campaign with a 3-2 victory over Fulham.
How did Brighton start the league season?
Brighton opened their campaign with a 4-0 win over Aston Villa.
