English Premier League · Kick-off 30 August at 13:00 UTC
Chelsea — Brighton & Hove Albion
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Key figures
| Expected goals (xG) | 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Form: Chelsea (last 5) | W |
| Form: Brighton & Hove Albion (last 5) | W |
About the match
Chelsea enters this match after a strong start to the English Premier League season, securing 3 points from their single game played. They currently sit in 8th place in the league table with a perfect 1-0-0 record, demonstrating an ability to win early. The team has a positive goal difference of +1, indicating effective play in their opening fixture. Key offensive contributions come from João Pedro, who leads the team with 2 total shots, while Wesley Fofana is crucial in distribution and defense, with 11 accurate passes and 5 defensive interventions.
Brighton & Hove Albion has also made an impressive start to their English Premier League campaign, accumulating 3 points from their initial match. They hold a higher position in the league than their opponents, sitting 5th in the table with a 1-0-0 record. Brighton boasts a significant goal difference of +4, showcasing strong attacking and defensive performances in their first game. Lewis Dunk is a central figure in their play, leading the team with 33 accurate passes, while Maxim De Cuyper contributed with 1 total shot.
Form
Chelsea
WBrighton & Hove Albion
W
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