Chelsea XI vs Brighton – Predicted lineup and team news
TL;DR
Chelsea faces Brighton tonight, aiming to break a four-match goal drought. The team has lost its last four Premier League games and is seven points off the top five with only five matches left.
Key points
- Chelsea has not scored in four consecutive Premier League matches
- The team has lost four league games in a row
- Chelsea is seven points off the top five with five games remaining
Chelsea XI vs Brighton – Predicted lineup and team news
Chelsea travel to the south coast tonight, desperate to end a goal drought that has paralysed their season.
The Blues have failed to find the net in their last four Premier League matches. Saturday’s 1-0 home loss to Manchester United was their fourth consecutive league defeat. Liam Rosenior’s side have seen their form nose-dive since early March. They are now seven points behind the top five with only five games remaining.
Stamford Bridge was stunned by the lack of cutting edge against United on Saturday. Chelsea have lost two of their last three visits to the Amex Stadium. Despite creating more chances in some games, they have been punished for poor finishing. Tonight is widely considered a must-win fixture to save their European ambitions.
Chelsea team news
Liam Rosenior is hoping to welcome back top scorer Joao Pedro for this crucial match. The striker missed the defeat to Manchester United with a thigh problem. He was out on the grass training on Monday and faces a morning fitness test. His return would provide a massive psychological boost to a struggling strike force.
In his absence, the burden falls on Cole Palmer to rediscover his clinical touch. Palmer has five goals in his last three appearances against the Seagulls. He has accounted for 43% of Chelsea’s total attempts in those fixtures. Enzo Fernandez is confirmed as available after a calf scare at the weekend.
However, Estevao Willian has joined a lengthy injury list with a hamstring problem. He joins captain Reece James, Filip Jorgensen, and Jamie Gittens on the sidelines. That said, Levi Colwill is training again but is not yet ready for a first-team start. He featured for the Under-21s last week as part of his ACL recovery.
Liam Delap is predicted to start up front as the focal point of the attack. He will be supported by Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto on the flanks. Moises Caicedo will anchor the midfield against his former club at the Amex. Chelsea have not kept an away clean sheet in eight Premier League games. They must find a balance between attacking intent and defensive discipline tonight.
Chelsea predicted lineup
Chelsea Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Garnacho; Delap
When will the match kick off?
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, at 20:00 BST.
How to watch Brighton vs Chelsea?
The match is live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage begins at 19:30 BST.
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Q&A
What is Chelsea's recent goal-scoring record in the Premier League?
Chelsea has failed to score in their last four Premier League matches.
How many points behind the top five is Chelsea currently?
Chelsea is currently seven points behind the top five.
What is at stake for Chelsea in the match against Brighton?
The match is considered a must-win for Chelsea to keep their European ambitions alive.
