The Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Leicester City promises to be a crucial fixture for both teams. Brighton, currently positioned ninth in the league with 47 points, is pursuing European qualification but has struggled recently, losing their last two matches . In contrast, Leicester City sits at the bottom of the table with only 17 points and is facing relegation after an alarming eight-game losing streak . This context sets the stage for what could be a pivotal encounter.
Brighton and Hove Albion need to get back to winning ways this weekend. They are ninth in the Premier League and have a golden opportunity against 19th-placed Leicester City. Can the Seagulls beat the Foxes? Read our match prediction.
The home side are six points behind the fifth place that would take them into next season's Champions League. The additional place for English clubs means the Seagulls are only four points behind seventh and even a place lower than that could see Brighton qualify.
Brighton have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road, they recently suffered a 2-1 loss against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The Seagulls had most of the ball boasting 62% possession and five shots on target, with Danny Welbeck registering the goal.
Leicester City have been defeated in eight consecutive games. They were recently beaten at home to Newcastle United by a 3-0 scoreline at King Power Stadium. Ruud van Nistelrooy's team boasted 58% possession and recorded two shots on goal.
Brighton & Hove Albion possible starting lineup: Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Cashin, Dunk, Estupinan; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, Pedro, Mitoma; Welbeck
Leicester City possible starting lineup: Hermansen; Okoli, Coady, Thomas; Justin, Ndidi, Soumare, Kristiansen; El Khannouss, Ayew; Vardy
Predicted lineups indicate that Brighton will field a competitive side featuring players like Welbeck and Mitoma, while Leicester's lineup includes seasoned players such as Vardy and Coady. Historically, Brighton has fared well against Leicester in recent meetings, remaining unbeaten in their last four encounters despite Leicester's slight historical advantage . Given these dynamics and home-field advantage for Brighton, predictions lean towards a favorable outcome for them—potentially a 2-0 victory .
While information regarding live streaming options remains sparse across available sources , fans eagerly await this clash. The stakes are high: Brighton aims to revive its European aspirations while Leicester desperately seeks any semblance of form to stave off relegation. As both teams prepare for this critical showdown at Falmer Stadium on April 12th, viewers can anticipate an intense battle reflective of their contrasting fortunes this season.
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