Chelsea v Brighton: Prediction, Tips and Odds

Chelsea and Brighton will look to extend their unbeaten runs when they meet on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues are unbeaten in four in all competitions, and they are now up to fifth in the table after collecting 10 points from five games.

Brighton are only one point behind them in seventh, and Fabian Hurzeler's side are unbeaten this season in all competitions.

Chelsea v Brighton betting tips and predictions

Brighton Double Chance - 11/10

Brighton's players will want to make a statement on Saturday as they try to end Chelsea's winning run against them. The Blues won all three meetings against the Seagulls last season, including a 1-0 success in the EFL Cup.

Brighton reached the Europa League under Roberto De Zerbi's stewardship, and they could be reaching those dizzy heights again if they continue their current form under Hurzeler.

After seven matches, Brighton remain unbeaten in all competitions, including an impressive 1-1 draw against title contenders Arsenal.

Chelsea may be unbeaten in four, including three wins, but two of those victories have come against West Ham and Barrow. The Hammers are struggling under Julen Lopetegui, while Barrow are in the fourth tier.

While Chelsea's form looks good, the truth is they have dropped points in both of their home games in the Premier League this season. They lost 2-0 to Manchester City in their opening match of the new season, while Crystal Palace secured a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge earlier this month.

Brighton have shown they can dig in and fight for points under Hurzeler, even when they have not been at their best, and their stubborn nature should help them secure a share of the spoils this weekend.

Over 2.5 goals - 1/2

Chelsea's forwards are starting to find their rhythm this month, and Enzo Maresca now has a few selection headaches to deal with.

Nicolas Jackson has scored four goals in five games, while Christopher Nkunku netted a hat-trick in midweek against Barrow to lift his spirits.

With Cole Palmer supplying Chelsea's forwards, the hosts will feel they have the personnel needed to rack up the goals.

However, Brighton will have the same confidence. Veteran Danny Welbeck continues to roll back the years and he has three goals in five appearances this season.

Both teams scored in the two league meetings last season and there were a total of eight goals scored in the two fixtures. Brighton have scored four times on their travels in the league so far, so expect another end-to-end matchup.

Carlos Baleba to be booked - 7/4

Brighton midfielder Baleba may have his hands full on Saturday, as he could be forced to mark Palmer for the majority of the game.

The 20-year-old was booked against Nottingham Forest last Sunday, while he has given away nine fouls in five appearances this season.

He averages 2.05 fouls per 90 minutes, and he will do well to avoid trouble against Palmer and co this weekend.

Brighton collected seven yellow cards in two games against Chelsea last season and they will refuse to back down as they look to prove they are the better team at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea v Brighton odds

Chelsea - 7/10
Draw - 16/5
Brighton - 10/3

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