Brighton vs West Ham brings an intriguing clash to the American Express Stadium on Sunday evening as both teams look to break out of their inconsistent form. With a cool 13°C, a lively coastal atmosphere, and two squads undergoing patchy results, this matchup is set to be a technical and tactical battle defined by midfield control and transitions. Brighton come into this match after a chaotic 3–4 loss to Aston Villa, proving once again that they can create chances but struggle defensively. West Ham, meanwhile, drew 1–1 against Manchester United in a gritty performance showing resilience but lacking cutting edge. With Brighton dealing with a heavy injury list and West Ham missing key players in both defense and attack, this fixture feels tense, balanced, and unpredictable. Match Overview – Brighton vs West Ham Brighton vs West Ham Category Details Fixture Brighton vs West Ham Competition Premier League 2025/26 Date & Kick-Off Sunday, December 07, 2025 – 19:30 PM Venue American Express Stadium, Falmer, East Sussex Capacity 31,872 Surface Grass Weather 13°C – Cool, Slight Breeze Brighton’s creativity will depend heavily on Minteh, Gruda, De Cuyper, and Welbeck, while West Ham rely on Bowen’s threat from wide areas and Callum Wilson’s experience up front. Recent Form Guide – Brighton vs West Ham Brighton – Last 5 Matches Brighton have shown attacking quality but defensive inconsistency. Match Result Score Outcome vs Aston Villa (03/12) Loss 3–4 Loss vs Nottingham Forest (30/11) Win 2–0 Win vs Brentford (22/11) Win 2–1 Win vs Crystal Palace (09/11) Draw 0–0 Draw vs Leeds United (01/11) Win 3–0 Win West Ham – Last 5 Matches West Ham remain inconsistent but can compete with anyone on their day. Match Result Score Outcome vs Manchester United (04/12) Draw 1–1 Draw vs Liverpool (30/11) Loss 0–2 Loss vs Bournemouth (22/11) Draw 2–2 Draw vs Burnley (08/11) Win 3–2 Win vs Newcastle (02/11) Win 3–1 Win Head-to-Head – Brighton vs West Ham Brighton have historically dominated this matchup, losing only one of their last 16 meetings. Team Wins Home Wins Away Wins Brighton 7 5 2 West Ham 1 0 1 Draws 8 — — Last 5 Meetings Date Home Team Score Away Team 26 Apr 2025 Brighton 3–2 West Ham 21 Dec 2024 West Ham 1–1 Brighton 02 Jan 2024 West Ham 0–0 Brighton 26 Aug 2023 Brighton 1–3 West Ham 04 Mar 2023 Brighton 4–0 West Ham Brighton have the clear advantage historically, especially at home. Key Players to Watch Brighton – Danny Welbeck 7 Goals • 14 Matches Welbeck remains Brighton’s most reliable finisher this season. His movement between defenders and his ability to link with Minteh and Gruda will be crucial. West Ham – Callum Wilson 4 Goals • 11 Matches Wilson’s finishing and physical presence make him West Ham’s main offensive weapon—especially with Bowen delivering from the right. Predicted Lineups – Brighton vs West Ham Brighton vs West Ham Brighton (4-2-3-1): Bart Verbruggen – Mats Wieffer, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadioglu – Carlos Baleba, Diego Gomez – Yankuba Minteh, Brajan Gruda, Maxim De Cuyper – Danny Welbeck. West Ham (4-2-3-1): Alphonse Areola – Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Jean-Clair Todibo, Malick Diouf – Soungoutou Magassa, Freddie Potts – Tomas Soucek, Jarrod Bowen, Mateus Fernandes – Callum Wilson. Unavailable Players – Brighton vs West Ham Team Unavailable Players Reason Brighton Stefanos Tzimas, Tom Watson, Adam Webster, Georginio Rutter, James Milner, Yasin Ayari, Kaoru Mitoma, Solly March Injuries West Ham Igor Julio Suspension Crysencio Summerville, Oliver Scarles Injuries Brighton’s injury crisis is severe and may affect their consistency. Statistical Projection – Brighton vs West Ham Metric Brighton West Ham Possession 55% 45% Shots on Target 5–7 3–5 Expected Goals (xG) 1.4–1.8 1.1–1.5 Clean Sheet Probability 30% 25% Corners 5–7 3–5 Big Chances 2–4 2–3 Goal Probability 78% 72% Most Likely Scorer Danny Welbeck Callum Wilson Brighton have a slight statistical edge—but West Ham remain dangerous in transitions. Prediction Summary – Brighton vs West Ham Why Brighton Could Win Home advantage at the Amex Strong attacking trio with Welbeck leading the line Historically dominate West Ham Why West Ham Could Win Bowen and Wilson provide serious goal threat Brighton’s defense leaks goals More stable midfield options than Brighton due to injuries This match combines Brighton’s offensive strength with West Ham’s counter-attacking danger. Final Score Prediction: Brighton 2–2 West Ham Likely Scorers: Danny Welbeck , Yankuba Minteh (Brighton) Callum Wilson , Jarrod Bowen (West Ham) Confidence Levels: Draw – 48% Brighton Win – 30% West Ham Win – 22% Read More:- Everton vs Nottm Forest Match Prediction & Betting Tips – Premier League Round 15 Betting Tips – Brighton vs West Ham Both Teams to Score: Yes Total Goals: Over 2.5 Match Result: Draw Anytime Scorer: Danny Welbeck Correct Score (High Value): 2–2 Draw FAQs – Brighton vs West Ham 1.When is the match? Sunday, December 07, 2025 at 19:30 PM (American Express Stadium). 2.Which team is in better form? Brighton slightly, due to more wins in recent weeks. 3.Who are the top scorers entering this match? Danny Welbeck (Brighton) – 7 goals Callum Wilson (West Ham) – 4 goals 4.What is the predicted scoreline? Brighton 2–2 West Ham 5.What kind of match should we expect? A fast-paced, attacking encounter with plenty of chances and both sides capable of scoring.