Burnley vs Brighton

Kick-off: January 3 2026, 15:00 GMT

Brighton (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: B. Verbruggen
• Defenders: J. Veltman, J. van Hecke, L. Dunk, F. Kadıoğlu
• Midfielders: Y. Ayari, B. Gruda, D. Gómez
• Forwards: G. Rutter, K. Mitoma, C. Kostoulas

Burnley (5-4-1)

• Goalkeeper: M. Dúbravka
• Defenders: K. Walker, J. Laurent, H. Ekdal, B. Humphreys, Lucas Pires
• Midfielders: J. Bruun Larsen, L. Ugochukwu, Florentino, J. Anthony
• Forwards: A. Broja

Brighton will be missing C. Baleba due to international duty, while S. March, S. Tzimas, A. Webster, M. Wieffer, and Y. Minteh are sidelined with injuries. Their absences will impact the squad depth needed for this crucial fixture.

For Burnley, Z. Amdouni and J. Beyer are dealing with injuries, along with J. Cullen, while L. Foster, H. Mejbri, and A. Tuanzebe are also unavailable due to international duty. These notable absentees will challenge Burnley's lineup and tactical approach.

This matchup sees Brighton currently in 14th place with 25 points, seeking to create a gap between themselves and the relegation zone. Burnley, languishing at 19th with 12 points, desperately needs points to preserve their Premier League status.

Brighton's recent form reveals a worrying trend with draws and losses in their last four matches, reflecting struggles to secure victories in tight encounters. With a record of 6 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses, their overall performance has fallen short of expectations.

Burnley's form is also concerning, showing just a single win in their last twelve matches. Their total record of 3 wins, 3 draws, and 13 losses underscores the challenges faced in both defense and attack, contributing to their low standing.

• Dec 9 2023: Brighton 1 - 1 Burnley
• Apr 13 2024: Burnley 1 - 1 Brighton
• Feb 19 2022: Brighton 0 - 3 Burnley
• Aug 14 2021: Burnley 1 - 2 Brighton
• Feb 6 2021: Burnley 1 - 1 Brighton

Match: Burnley - Brighton
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 32
Kick-off: April 11 2026, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Turf Moor

Burnley (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: M. Dúbravka
• Defenders: B. Humphreys, H. Ekdal, M. Estève, Q. Hartman
• Midfielders: J. Ward-Prowse, Florentino, M. Edwards, L. Ugochukwu
• Forwards: J. Anthony, Z. Flemming

Brighton (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: B. Verbruggen
• Defenders: M. Wieffer, J. van Hecke, O. Boscagli, F. Kadıoğlu
• Midfielders: Y. Ayari, P. Groß, D. Gómez, J. Hinshelwood
• Forwards: Y. Minteh, D. Welbeck

This match is critical for both teams as Burnley fights to escape the relegation zone, currently sitting 19th, while Brighton aims to solidify a mid-table position.

Burnley: The Clarets have struggled recently, recording four consecutive losses, which has heightened pressure as they face potential relegation. Their defensive frailties are evident, having conceded 61 goals this season.

Brighton: In contrast, Brighton has shown resilience with a mixed bag of results, winning two out of their last four matches. Their ability to score has kept them competitive, with 41 goals scored this season, making them a challenging opponent.

• January 3 2026: Brighton 2 - 0 Burnley
• April 13 2024: Burnley 1 - 1 Brighton
• December 9 2023: Brighton 1 - 1 Burnley
• February 19 2022: Brighton 0 - 3 Burnley
• August 14 2021: Burnley 1 - 2 Brighton