Overview
The match between Brighton and Liverpool is no longer very meaningful as both teams have reached the target of the 2024-2025 season.
As for Liverpool, they have officially won the championship. As for Brighton, they have failed to compete for a place in the European Cup this season after falling 7 points behind the top 7.
Therefore, both Brighton and Liverpool can take the field with a relaxed mentality and a high commitment spirit. The two teams are likely to play offensively with many goals scored.
Brighton's attack is in impressive form having scored in 11/12 recent rounds. They have scored 24 goals in this period, achieving an efficiency of 2 goals per match.
Meanwhile, coach Arne Slot's team has the strongest attack in the league with 83 goals, far surpassing the second-placed Newcastle (68 goals).
After defeating Brighton in both the Premier League and Carabao Cup this season, Liverpool are aiming for their third consecutive victory against The Seagulls.
Head-to-head history shows that Brighton and Liverpool's games are often exciting and have many goals scored. In the last 5 matches, both teams have contributed exciting matches with breathtaking score chases.
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah has not maintained his form in recent months. The Egyptian striker is expected to score or assist against Brighton.
Danny Welbeck scored in Brighton's away win over Wolves last weekend. The former Manchester United player could be a threat to Liverpool's defence.
Personnel situation
Brighton will be boosted by the return of striker Joao Pedro after a three-match suspension. Meanwhile, Kaoru Mitoma is also likely to return from injury.
On the other side of the front line, Liverpool will continue to be without the service of defender Joe Gomez due to injury. Arne Slot can use the strongest cards.
Expected lineup:
Brighton: Verbruggen, Wieffer, Van Hecke, Webster, Estupinan, Baleba, Ayari, Lamptey, O'Riley, Minteh, Welbeck.
Liverpool: Alisson, Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo, Diaz.
The match between Brighton and Liverpool takes place at 2:00 am on May 20 (Vietnam time).
