Brighton vs Liverpool: Preview, Kick-off Time, Team News & Prediction

Liverpool travel to the Amex Stadium this Saturday for a high-stakes encounter that could define the race for the Premier League top four. Arne Slot’s side arrives on a massive high after a dominant 4-0 thrashing of Galatasaray to secure a place in the Champions League quarter-finals. With rivals Aston Villa and Chelsea playing later in the weekend, the Reds have a golden opportunity to leapfrog their competitors and lay down a marker for elite European qualification.

Brighton, however, are no pushovers. Since their FA Cup exit at the hands of Liverpool last month, the Seagulls have won three of their last four matches. Fabian Hürzeler’s men have effectively silenced any relegation fears and are now dreaming of a late push for a European spot.

Match Logistics & TV Coverage

Team News: Salah Sidelines, Mitoma Returns

Liverpool:

• Mohamed Salah Out: The biggest blow for the Reds is the absence of Salah, who picked up an injury during the midweek win over Galatasaray.

• Injury List: Alexander Isak has returned to individual training but remains unavailable along with Wataru Endo, Conor Bradley, and Giovanni Leoni.

• Defensive Update: Joe Gomez may make the bench but is not yet fit enough to start according to Arne Slot.

Brighton:

• Mitoma Boost: In a massive lift for the hosts, Kaoru Mitoma is back in contention after missing the win over Sunderland.

• Squad Fitness: Carlos Baleba is fit to start, though the Seagulls remain without long-term absentees Stefanos Tzimas and Adam Webster.

Head-to-Head (H2H) & Match Odds

While Liverpool has historically dominated this fixture, Brighton did secure a 3-2 home victory over the Reds in May 2025.

• Overall Record: Liverpool 25 wins | Brighton 8 wins | 12 Draws.

• Current Season: Liverpool has already beaten Brighton twice this term (including the FA Cup).

Match Betting Odds (via Betfair):

• Liverpool to win: 11/10

• Brighton to win: 15/8

• Draw: 21/10

Match Prediction

This promises to be an expansive, attacking game between two managers who favor open football. Despite the loss of Salah, Liverpool’s momentum from their European success should carry them through, though Brighton’s recent home form suggests they will make the Reds work for every yard.

Predicted Score: Brighton 2-4 Liverpool

Can the Reds storm into the Top 4 before the international break, or will the Seagulls pull off an Amex upset? Follow the live stats, match results, and more on Yalla Shoot English.