Brighton and Crystal Palace are set to renew their fierce rivalry at the Amex Stadium on Sunday in what promises to be another thrilling chapter of this classic Premier League fixture.
Brighton, the hosts, have the opportunity to secure their third consecutive home league victory over Palace. The Seagulls haven’t achieved a longer winning streak against their rivals on home turf since a remarkable run between 1979 and 1988, when they claimed seven successive victories. However, last week’s dramatic 2-2 draw against Leicester, where Brighton conceded twice after the 85th minute, may have shaken their confidence heading into this encounter.
Manager Fabian Hürzeler faces a challenging moment in his tenure, overseeing the longest winless run of his time in charge. Nevertheless, Brighton’s home form remains a source of pride for the team and its supporters. They are one of only three teams in the league yet to suffer a defeat at home this season, a testament to their resilience at the Amex. Despite this impressive record, Brighton has struggled to impose themselves against teams in the bottom four, drawing all of their last five matches against such opponents. The Seagulls will need to break this trend if they are to restore their momentum and satisfy their expectant fanbase.
On the other side of the pitch, Crystal Palace arrive with their own set of challenges and aspirations. Oliver Glasner’s team is battling to maintain distance from the relegation zone, but a recent four-match unbeaten run has provided a crucial cushion of four points heading into this weekend. Palace’s spirited performance against defending champions Manchester City last weekend, where they twice took the lead before settling for a 2-2 draw, showcased their ability to compete with the best. However, Glasner’s frustration at not securing the win was evident, as his side missed an opportunity to claim all three points.
Palace’s away form has been a bright spot recently, with a three-match unbeaten streak on the road marking their best run since early 2022. Achieving back-to-back away victories for the first time since April 2023 would be a significant boost for Glasner’s side, particularly as they look to reverse a poor recent record against Brighton. The Eagles have failed to win any of their last six meetings with the Seagulls, a statistic that will no doubt be weighing on their minds as they prepare for this clash.
Brighton captain Lewis Dunk will once again be a central figure for the hosts. The experienced defender opened the scoring in the most recent meeting between the two sides back in February, which ended in a commanding 4-1 victory for Brighton. That goal was Dunk’s first in 16 encounters with Palace, underlining just how tightly contested these matches have often been. Dunk’s history with the Eagles is not without controversy, as two of his five career red cards have come against this opponent, adding an extra layer of intrigue to his involvement on Sunday.
For Palace, midfielder Will Hughes could prove to be a pivotal player. Hughes has faced Brighton more times than any other opponent in his career, with this weekend marking his 18th meeting with the Seagulls. The midfielder arrives at the Amex in fine form, having provided two crucial assists in the draw against Manchester City. His creativity and composure in midfield will be vital if Palace are to unlock a Brighton defense that has been difficult to breach at home.
One key area of concern for Brighton this season has been their ability to hold onto leads. The Seagulls have dropped a staggering 14 points from winning positions in the Premier League, a statistic that highlights their vulnerability late in games. Only Fulham and Ipswich had surrendered more points in similar circumstances heading into this round of fixtures. This weakness will undoubtedly be a focus for Hürzeler as he prepares his side for the test against a Palace team that has shown resilience and fighting spirit in recent weeks.
The stage is set for an intense and closely fought encounter between two teams with contrasting goals. For Brighton, this is an opportunity to reassert their dominance at home and end their winless streak in style. For Palace, it’s a chance to build on their recent progress, secure valuable points, and perhaps even claim a rare victory in this storied rivalry. With passionate fans, tactical battles, and individual duels all set to play out on the Amex pitch, Sunday’s match is one not to be missed.
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