Brighton XI vs Chelsea – Predicted lineup and team news

Brighton is set to face Chelsea in a Premier League match on Sunday, August 30th, 2026, aiming to secure their fourth consecutive win over the visitors. The Brighton squad faces several injury concerns as they prepare for the fixture at Stamford Bridge. Jack Hinshelwood is listed as a doubt due to a training injury that prevented him from playing in the team's previous match against Tromsø; Matt O'Riley is expected to step in if needed.

Georginio Rutter, who has been sidelined since the game against Aston Villa, remains uncertain with a protective boot visible from the injury. Kostoulas or Promise David could play as the leading forward, with Yankuba Minteh, Kaoru Mitoma, Stefanos Tzimas, and Evan Ferguson all still sidelined. In attack, Pascal Groß is likely to continue in his central role, having created the most chances in the league after Morgan Rogers during the opening weekend.

Kostoulas, who has already scored in the Conference League this season, appears to be the preferred choice to start in front of goal if Rutter is fit. The match is scheduled to begin at 14:00 BST on Sunday. Attendees can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK.