Pratinjau Chelsea vs Brighton

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Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge this weekend determined to bounce back from their first league defeat of the season. Enzo Maresca’s men were undone in a dramatic clash at Old Trafford, losing to Manchester United in a game that highlighted both the potential and the flaws in their evolving side. That result snapped their unbeaten run in the Premier League, but the Blues will feel they are well placed to respond in front of their own fans, given their impressive home record.

Indeed, Stamford Bridge has once again become something of a fortress, with Chelsea going unbeaten in their last 12 home league matches (W9, D3). Their recent dominance has been built on defensive solidity, with the Blues keeping seven clean sheets during that run, including in each of their last three games. Such resilience has afforded them the chance to keep four successive league clean sheets at home for the first time since March 2021, a milestone they’ll be keen to reach in this fixture.

For Brighton, the story of the season so far has been one of inconsistency. Fabian Hürzeler’s side showed plenty of promise when they stormed into a 2-0 lead against Tottenham last weekend, only to surrender their advantage and settle for a frustrating 2-2 draw at the Amex. That result leaves the Seagulls with a modest five points from their opening five matches, their worst start to a Premier League campaign in six years. Questions are now being asked about whether Brighton can live up to their billing as a top-six challenger this season.

Midweek action provided some respite as the Seagulls thumped Barnsley 6-0 in the EFL Cup, but league form remains the real concern. Their away record is particularly worrying, with back-to-back defeats on the road against Everton and Bournemouth. Both matches exposed their defensive fragility, and a trip to Stamford Bridge will be a stern test of their credentials. If Brighton are to climb the table, they must find a way to produce consistency both home and away.

Riwayat Head-to-Head

Recent history points firmly in Chelsea’s favour, particularly at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have won each of the last three competitive home H2Hs, scoring freely in the process. In fact, goals have rarely been lacking when these two sides meet, with at least three scored in seven of the last eight encounters in all competitions.

For Brighton, victories against Chelsea remain elusive, especially in London. The Seagulls will need to rewrite the narrative if they’re to emerge with a positive result here, though their attacking style under Hürzeler at least gives them a fighting chance of asking questions of Chelsea’s backline.

Statistik dan Streak Panas

• Chelsea have scored in 19 of their last 20 Premier League home games.
• The Blues have won each of their last eight league matches when scoring first.
• There were goals in both halves in 12 of Brighton’s last 13 Premier League games.
• Brighton have kept only one clean sheet in their last 17 top-flight matches.

Key Players to Watch and Missing Players

Chelsea will look to former Brighton man Marc Cucurella, who has enjoyed a productive start to the campaign.

He has already registered two goal contributions in his last seven appearances for club and country (G1, A1), and intriguingly, all eight of his Chelsea goals have come at Stamford Bridge. His familiarity with the Seagulls could prove crucial in a tightly fought encounter.

For Brighton, young midfielder Yasin Ayari has emerged as a bright spark. He scored in their 2-2 draw with Tottenham and has not been on the losing side in any of his last eight goalscoring appearances (W5, D3).

His ability to find space and finish under pressure will be vital if Brighton are to test Chelsea’s defensive resolve.

On the injury front, Chelsea remain without long-term absentees Levi Colwill and Liam Delap, though Robert Sánchez is available once again after serving a suspension. The Spaniard will be eager to face his former club, and his presence between the sticks could add extra motivation. Brighton, meanwhile, are still without Adam Webster, Jack Hinshelwood and Solly March, all of whom are long-term casualties.

Prediksi

This clash pits Chelsea’s defensive strength at home against Brighton’s attacking ambition, and it promises to be an engaging contest. Chelsea’s formidable record at Stamford Bridge, coupled with their ability to grind out clean sheets, gives them a strong foundation. They will expect to dominate possession and look to create chances through their attacking midfielders, while ensuring defensive stability remains intact.

Brighton, however, cannot be underestimated. Their capacity to score goals is clear, but their tendency to concede soft goals continues to hold them back. Unless Hürzeler can shore up their defensive organisation, the Seagulls may find themselves undone once again.

Both sides are in need of a response after disappointing league results last weekend, but Chelsea’s consistency at home tips the balance in their favour. Brighton should create chances, and may even find the net, but Chelsea’s defensive organisation and attacking quality look set to edge them over the line.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Brighton

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