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Brentford at Brighton, preview

The Bees leave London for a league game for the first time since August, heading to Brighton for what is forecasted to be a rainy Saturday afternoon.

The match-up

The Bees and Seagulls have had a long history, though neither side has traditionally dominated results-wise. In the Premier League era, Brighton has 3 wins to Brentford's 2, and there have been 3 draws (including back-to-back scoreless "battles"). Last time out, the Bees won 4-2 at home.

Recent form

The teams are currently tied, both with 16 points after 11 games, with Brighton sitting one position ahead based on goal differential. In a strange scheduling quirk, Brighton have played only 5 of their 14 games this season across all competitions at home. They're undefeated in those five games with 3 wins and a pair of draws. They won their last home game 3-0 vs Leeds and drew against Crystal Palace away 0-0 in their final game before the break.

Meanwhile, the Bees have only picked up a single league win away from home. Across all competitions (and locations), they've won 4 of their last 5. They won their last game before the break 3-1 against Newcastle.

The Opta Power Ranking table shows Brighton comfortably ahead of the Bees, rated 8th in the league and 14th globally.

Opta Power Rankings (as of 21st November 2025)

Comparing the teams

Statistically, the teams are similar in many ways. Stylistically, both like to press high (and are good at it). Brentford has changed their approach with the ball this season, and tends to launch the ball more often than playing out – perhaps that will be a good hedge against Brighton's press. The Bees are among the best in the league at winning aerial duels, so they may see some success with the long ball.

Comparing selected stats for Brentford and Brighton (source: FBref)