Football Prediction | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham | Premier League | August 16 – Who Will Open Brighton’s Campaign with a Win

Brighton & Hove Albion host Fulham at the Amex in a fixture that promises an intriguing battle of styles. The Seagulls will aim to use their possession-based football to control proceedings at home. Fulham, meanwhile, will look to stay disciplined and exploit counter-attacking opportunities. With both sides boasting attacking threats, this could be a tight but entertaining contest.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Form Guide

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton come into this match eager to build on their positive pre-season performances. The team has shown fluid attacking movements and strong combinations in midfield. Defensive resilience will be key, especially against Fulham’s fast transitions. Manager Roberto De Zerbi will push for an early lead to dictate the game’s tempo.

Fulham

Fulham arrive in solid form, having worked on their defensive shape and counter-attacking speed. They boast dangerous wide players who can hurt Brighton if given space. Midfield control through Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali will be vital for them. Marco Silva will be keen to frustrate the hosts and strike when the opportunity arises

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Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Key Battles

Joe Belmont vs Callum Osmand

Belmont has been Brighton’s primary finisher all year, using intelligent movement and finishing instincts inside the box. Osmand leads Fulham’s line through his ability to stretch defenders and his wastage gets into positions to capitalise – often the first point of reference in a counter attack to ensure possession. Both players are capable of winning tight matches with a moment of brilliance, which means one’s finishing ability could be the makings of today’s match.

Harry Mills vs Imani Lanquedoc

Mills provides Brighton with creativity and vision, a connective player that receives the ball, turns and delivers a decisive pass. Lanquedoc moves with speed and has the intelligence to finish or assist at a level equal to Mills. How both teams can manufacture clear chances within this middle third will be important in establishing if one team can demonstrate superiority and dominate the tempo of the match.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Tactical Outlook

Brighton will want to dominate possession and plan to be patient in their build-up play to break down Fulham’s defensive unit. Full-backs will take opportunities to push high, and spread the pitch, as well as support the attacking build-up. Quick passing triangles in midfield will be pivotal in getting the width and space for Belmont and Mills. Out of possession, De Zerbi’s side will aim to press aggressively.

Fulham will remain compact and be looking to counter-attack Brighton. Pace on the wings from Elanga and Gordon will be important in brighton transitions. Tonali and Guimarães will disrupt Brighton’s passing rhythm, and not take long to rapidly distribute forward. Silva’s men will also look for opportunities to exploit set-pieces as a scoring opportunity.

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Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Head-to-Head Encounters

Brighton and Fulham have shared competitive matches in recent years, with both sides securing narrow wins. The Seagulls have often had the upper hand at the Amex. Fulham, however, have shown they can frustrate Brighton’s possession-heavy style. Goals have been hard to come by when these two have faced off in the past.

Injury News and Suspensions

Brighton & Hove Albion

Adam Webster is out until early January 2026 with a knee injury; Carlos Baleba, Diego Gomez, and Jack Hinshelwood all have niggles and are uncertain; Julio Enciso is OUT until mid-October with a meniscus injury; Solly March will also be OUT with a knee injury, until late August, Same with Tariq Lamptey.

Fulham

Antonee Robinson is OUT until late August 2025 with injury. Ryan Sessegnon is a doubt but has a small knock. Robinson and Sessegnon depletes Fulham’s depth in wide defence which means Marco Silva will have to adapt his starting XI.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Possible Playing Squad

Brighton & Hove Albion

Marco Bizot (GK), Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen, Boubacar Kamara, Youri Tielemans, Donyell Malen, Morgan Rogers, John McGinn, Ollie Watkins

Fulham

Nick Pope (GK), Valentino Livramento, Fabian Schär, Dan Burn, Lewis Hall, Anthony Elanga, Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, Joelinton, Harvey Barnes, Anthony Gordon

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Match Details at a Glance

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham Match Prediction

Brighton’s home advantage and controlled possession style should help them edge this contest. Fulham’s counter-attacking threat means it could stay close until late in the game.

Score Prediction

Brighton & Hove Albion 2–1 Fulham – Belmont and Mills to score for the hosts, with Osmand netting for the visitors. The Seagulls’ control in midfield should make the difference.

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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