Manchester City vs. Brighton: Preview & More

A great match to win and earn three points.

Manchester City face a tough away match at Brighton! City have a tall task and need the win this early in the season.

The Premier League is off to the races and City look to have a great season.

Venue: American Express Stadium, Brighton, England

Time and Date: Premier League: Sunday 31 August 2025, Kickoff at 14:00 BST, 9:00am USA

Referee Darren England

Assistant Referee #1 Scott Ledger

Assistant Referee #2 Akil Howson

Fourth Official Simon Hooper

VAR Paul Tierney

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Preview + Form

A huge match as the club looks ready to earn three more points as they travel to the south and face a game Brighton side. The team need a big win here after the debacle loss at home last week.

For the opponent, this is a real tricky spot as they have a motivated side in front of them and are a very influx team themselves.

The key battle will be the forwards chosen vs a their defense. An interesting match up is in tow. Who will play?

Which team will come out in front? We are in store for a fun match.

Previous Meeting

In the final game before last year’s November international break, the Seagulls clawed back from a goal behind to win 2-1 at the AMEX. 

Erling Haaland’s opener on 23 minutes in a dominant first half ended as a consolation as efforts after the break from Pedro and Matt O’Riley ensured all three points for the home side.

Team News

City’s side have an unavailable/questionable list of Mateo Kovacic, Savinho, Gvardiol, Bettinelli and Rodri who are out or doubtful.

The Gulls have Rutter, Lamptey, Watson, Webster, Enciso and March out or doubtful.

Prediction

Manchester City 2-1 Brighton

Category: General Sports