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Chelsea edges Brighton 4-3 in thrilling Premier League encounter

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Chelsea edges Brighton 4-3 in thrilling Premier League encounter
Summary

Chelsea defeated Brighton 4-3 in a high-scoring Premier League match on Sunday at Stamford Bridge. The Blues raced to a 3-0 lead with goals from Romeo Lavia, Pedro Neto, and Joao Pedro. Brighton responded with a goal from Malick Yalcouye and an own goal by Joao Pedro before Cole Palmer scored for Chelsea. Pascal Gross added a late consolation goal for Brighton in the 96th minute.

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By the Numbers
  • •Chelsea scores four goals to secure a thrilling win on August 30.
  • •Joao Pedro scores for Chelsea and nets an own goal.
  • •Brighton reduces a 3-0 deficit to 3-2 before final score.
  • •Cole Palmer's goal in the 75th minute proves decisive.
  • •Pascal Gross scores a last-minute consolation goal for Brighton.
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  • 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Joao Pedro a central figure - player ratings for Chelsea v Brighton
  • 3:02 PMBBC Sport — Joao Pedro a central figure - player ratings for Chelsea v Brighton
  • 3:02 PMBBC News — Joao Pedro a central figure - player ratings for Chelsea v Brighton - BBC
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Here's how the players rated as Chelsea and Brighton met in the Premier League on Sunday.

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Here's how the players rated as Chelsea and Brighton met in the Premier League on Sunday.

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