Brighton head into their second south-coast derby in four days full of confidence after demolishing Southampton 4-0. That commanding victory kept their European qualification hopes alive, and they now have 40 Premier League points quicker than in any season except 2022/23.
Since a humiliating 7-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, the Seagulls have responded impressively, winning three consecutive matches in all competitions. However, their home form has been inconsistent, with just one victory in their last six league games at the Amex (D3, L2). The good news for Brighton fans is their dominant record against Bournemouth at home, winning their last three encounters at the Amex Stadium. Additionally, they remain unbeaten when hosting teams above them in the Premier League this season (W2, D2).
Bournemouth Look to Bounce Back
Bournemouth’s European qualification hopes took a hit after a 1-0 defeat to Wolves, with the decisive goal coming soon after their first red card. That loss means they’ve now suffered two defeats in their last three league matches (W1), reducing their lead over Brighton to just three points.
The last time the Cherries lost consecutive Premier League matches was when Brighton defeated them in November. However, they have been impressive on the road, remaining unbeaten in their last seven away league games (W5, D2). They’ve also been scoring freely, netting 20 goals in that period. Despite failing to score in two of their last three visits to the Amex, Bournemouth have found the net in eight of their last ten trips to Brighton (W2, D4, L4), proving they can be a threat.
Key Players to Watch
- João Pedro (Brighton): The Brazilian attacker registered a goal and an assist against Southampton. Notably, his last five Premier League goals have been Brighton’s first of the match, including one against Bournemouth in November.
- Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth): The creative midfielder has five league assists this season, helping Bournemouth avoid defeat (W4, D1). He will be crucial if Bournemouth are to get a result.
Match Prediction
Brighton’s home struggles give Bournemouth a fighting chance, especially considering their solid away form. However, the Seagulls have been dominant in this fixture at the Amex. Given Brighton’s strong defensive record at home against top-half teams and Bournemouth’s inconsistency, this could be a tight contest.
Prediction: Brighton 2-1 Bournemouth
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Final Thoughts
Brighton will aim to maintain their strong home record against Bournemouth, while the Cherries will look to extend their impressive away form. Expect an entertaining clash with plenty of attacking football. Don’t miss out on the best betting experience – place your bets with BangSports today!
