With the Premier League season nearing its conclusion, Brighton and West Ham find themselves battling for very different goals when they meet this weekend at the Amex Stadium.
West Ham enter this fixture knowing that even a single point could guarantee their top-flight safety. While Southampton and Leicester have already been relegated, one spot remains, and Ipswich is currently holding it. Having suffered a bruising 4-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend, Ipswich sit on 21 points with only five matches left. The Hammers, already on 36 points, can put their survival beyond doubt with a draw, rendering Ipswich’s mathematical chances obsolete.
Brighton, meanwhile, are still eyeing European qualification. Despite a disappointing 4-2 loss away to Brentford in their last outing, the Seagulls remain in contention for a top-table finish. A strong result at home could be crucial in keeping those continental dreams alive.
This match marks the return of a familiar face to the Amex, with Graham Potter back on the south coast, now in charge of West Ham, in what promises to be a charged and emotional encounter.
Match Details:
- Fixture: Brighton vs West Ham
- Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 3:00 PM BST
- Venue: Amex Stadium
- TV Broadcast: Not televised live in the UK due to the 3 pm blackout
Team News:
Brighton:
The Seagulls will be without Joao Pedro, who begins a three-match suspension following a red card at Brentford. Injury concerns continue to mount with Ferdi Kadioglu, James Milner, Tariq Lamptey, Joel Veltman, Georginio Rutter, Adam Webster, Igor Julio, and Jason Steele all sidelined. Jan Paul van Hecke is a major doubt after a head injury.
West Ham:
Evan Ferguson is unavailable due to loan restrictions. Injuries keep Michail Antonio, Crysencio Summerville, Aaron Cresswell, and Edson Alvarez out of action. Aaron Wan-Bissaka remains a doubt and will undergo late fitness tests.
Form and Prediction:
Neither side is in peak form. Brighton are winless in five league games, recently held to a draw by Leicester at home. West Ham haven’t tasted victory in six consecutive matches, hinting at a cautious, potentially low-scoring affair. Given the stakes and recent struggles, a draw feels likely, a result that would be welcomed by the visitors.
Head-to-Head Record:
- Brighton Wins: 9
- Draws: 10
- West Ham Wins: 5
Betting Odds:
- Brighton Win: 8/13
- Draw: 23/10
- West Ham Win: 7/2
Predicted Score: 1-1
