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Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
TL;DR
Tottenham Hotspur faces Brighton in a crucial match as they fight to avoid relegation. Spurs are in the relegation zone and recently appointed Roberto De Zerbi, while Brighton is in strong form, winning five of their last six matches.
Key points
- Tottenham Hotspur is in the relegation zone.
- Roberto De Zerbi is the new manager of Tottenham.
- Brighton has won five of their last six matches.
- Spurs are two points behind West Ham.
- Brighton aims for European qualification.
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Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
Tottenham Hotspur face a desperate fight for survival as they welcome in-form Brighton to north London today.
Spurs entered this matchweek in the relegation zone for the first time this season. They recently appointed Roberto De Zerbi to replace Igor Tudor and halt their catastrophic slide. However, the Italian suffered a difficult debut with a 2–1 defeat at Sunderland last weekend. Tottenham are currently two points adrift of 17th-placed West Ham with six matches remaining.
Brighton arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the Premier League’s most clinical form side. Fabian Hurzeler’s men have won five of their last six top-flight fixtures. The Seagulls are currently ninth but dream of securing a European qualification spot. They will feel confident against a Spurs side that remains winless in the calendar year.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
- Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026
- Kick-off: 17:30 BST
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
- Referee: Stuart Attwell
- VAR: Jarred Gillett
- Last Meeting: Brighton 2–2 Tottenham (20 Sep 2025, Premier League)
Team news
Tottenham Hotspur
Cristian Romero is out for the season after suffering a knee injury against Sunderland. He joins , , and on the long-term absentee list. remains sidelined following hernia surgery, meaning continues in goal. also misses out after a setback in his recovery from a thigh problem. has returned to training but is unlikely to start this afternoon.
Q&A
What is the current standing of Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League?
Tottenham Hotspur is currently in the relegation zone, two points adrift of 17th-placed West Ham.
Who is the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur?
Roberto De Zerbi has been appointed as the new manager of Tottenham Hotspur.
How has Brighton performed in their recent matches?
Brighton has won five of their last six matches in the Premier League.
What are the stakes for Tottenham Hotspur in this match against Brighton?
Tottenham Hotspur is fighting for survival to avoid relegation as they remain winless in the calendar year.
