Chelsea prepares for Premier League match against Brighton at Stamford Bridge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:17 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Chelsea faces Brighton & Hove Albion today at Stamford Bridge in the second match of the Premier League season. Both teams aim to build on successful season openers, with Chelsea narrowly defeating Fulham 3-2 and Brighton securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Aston Villa. Chelsea's preferred formation appears to be a back-three, featuring Maxence Lacroix, Levi Colwill, and Reece James. The team is expected to start with goalkeeper Big Mike and forwards João Pedro and Morgan Rogers. The atmosphere is expected to be charged as both clubs seek to secure another three points.
- •Chelsea won their opening match 3-2 against Fulham.
- •Brighton won 4-0 in their opening match against Aston Villa.
- •Chelsea likely to start in a back-three formation.
- •Maxence Lacroix and Levi Colwill expected to feature in defense.
- •João Pedro and Morgan Rogers among key players in the attack.
- 7:17 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea fans’ preferred lineup against Brighton: Bank three points securely with JP, Morgan, or a better nickname
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