The Brighton vs Tottenham Premier League match at the American Express Stadium promises to be an intriguing clash as both sides look to build momentum. Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler faces a mounting injury list, with midfielder Jack Hinshelwood ruled out for an extended period due to an ankle ligament injury suffered at Bournemouth. Meanwhile, defender Maxim De Cuyper remains a doubt after taking a knock in the same fixture, though the Belgian could still feature.
Tottenham arrive on the south coast in confident mood under new manager Thomas Frank, who has transformed the club’s defensive solidity with three clean sheets in four Premier League matches.
The Danish coach has encouraged fans to “dream and hope” after their promising start, while striker Dominic Solanke continues his recovery from an ankle injury and will not feature.
Spurs secured a morale-boosting 1-0 victory over Villarreal in midweek Champions League action, maintaining their perfect away record in the league this season.
Brighton’s recent struggles at home contrast sharply with Tottenham’s away form, but the Seagulls have enjoyed remarkable success against Spurs in recent meetings, winning both encounters last season, including a memorable 4-1 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in May. Frank’s side will be eager to break this unwelcome trend and continue their impressive defensive transformation.
Brighton vs Tottenham Match Preview – Latest Team News, Recent Form, H2H, Predicted XI
Brighton welcome Tottenham to the American Express Stadium in a Premier League clash that could prove pivotal for both teams’ early-season ambitions. The Seagulls seek to recapture the form that saw them dominate this fixture last campaign.
- Teams – Brighton vs Tottenham Hotspur
- Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
- Time: 15:00 BST (14:00 UTC)
- Venue: American Express Stadium, Brighton and Hove, England
- Competition: Premier League 2025–26 (Matchweek 5)
Recent Form of Brighton and Tottenham
Brighton have experienced an inconsistent start to the campaign, collecting four points from four matches with draws against Manchester City and Wolves bracketing defeats to Bournemouth and Fulham. Their attacking play has shown promise, but defensive lapses have cost valuable points.
Tottenham have been impressive under Thomas Frank’s guidance, winning three of their four Premier League fixtures while maintaining defensive discipline.
Their only defeat came against Bournemouth, but impressive victories over Manchester City and West Ham demonstrate their early-season credentials.
- Brighton: W0–D2–L2 (Last five: Loss vs Bournemouth, Draw vs Wolves, Loss vs Fulham, Draw vs Manchester City)
- Tottenham: W3–D0–L1 (Last five: Win vs West Ham, Loss vs Bournemouth, Win vs Manchester City, Win vs Burnley)
Last 5 Premier League Matches Records
| Brighton | Tottenham |
|---|---|
| 1-2 Loss vs Bournemouth 1-1 Draw vs Wolves 0-2 Loss vs Fulham 1-1 Draw vs Manchester City | 3-0 Win vs West Ham 1-0 Loss vs Bournemouth 2-0 Win vs Manchester City 3-0 Win vs Burnley |
Brighton vs Tottenham Head to Head
Recent meetings heavily favor Brighton, who have won both of their last encounters against Tottenham by an aggregate score of 7-3. The Seagulls’ tactical approach has consistently troubled Spurs, particularly in transition moments.
| Statistic | Brighton | Tottenham | Draws | Total Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 5 Meetings | 2 Wins | 2 Wins | 1 | 5 |
Team News
- Brighton: Jack Hinshelwood faces an extended spell out with ankle ligament damage. Maxim De Cuyper is doubtful after a knock at Bournemouth. Mats Wieffer returns to the squad after injury. Solly March and Adam Webster remain sidelined with knee problems.
- Tottenham: Dominic Solanke continues his recovery from an ankle injury and will not feature. Kota Takai remains out with a foot injury but could return to training soon. Thomas Frank has no new injury concerns following their midweek Champions League victory.
Brighton vs Tottenham Hotspur – Current Possible Starting Lineups
Brighton (4-2-3-1):
Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Welbeck
Tottenham (4-3-3):
Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Sarr, Palhinha, Bergvall; Kudus, Richarlison, Simons
Key Battles
- Kaoru Mitoma vs Pedro Porro: Brighton’s pace down the left against Tottenham’s attacking full-back
- Richarlison vs Lewis Dunk: Physical duel between striker and experienced centre-back
Tactical Overview
- Brighton (4-2-3-1): High pressing, quick transitions, exploit wide areas with pace and crossing
- Tottenham (4-3-3): Defensive solidity, controlled possession, direct attacking through the flanks
Brighton vs Tottenham Prediction
Brighton’s recent dominance in this fixture gives them a psychological advantage, but Tottenham’s improved defensive structure under Frank suggests a tighter contest than previous meetings.
- Predicted Score: Brighton 1-2 Tottenham
How to Watch Brighton vs Tottenham – Premier League Match?
In the United Kingdom, this match is not selected for live television broadcast due to the 3pm blackout rule, but highlights will be available on Match of the Day.
In the United States, watch live on Peacock Premium and Amazon Prime Video.
In Canada, coverage is available on DAZN Canada and fuboTV Canada.
In Australia, catch the action on Optus Sport via the Optus Sport app.