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Premier League | Gameweek 21
Jan 1, 2020 at 12.30pm UK
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Alireza Jahanbakhsh insists he no longer feels "lost" at Brighton
The Iran forward has scored in successive games.Jan 2, 16:05
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Christian Pulisic: 'Chelsea are missing a killer instinct'
The USA forward missed a string of chances as Chelsea were pegged back at Brighton.Jan 2, 13:49
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Frank Lampard bemoans missed opportunities in Brighton draw
Alireza Jahanbakhsh's stunning overhead kick denied Chelsea a second win on the road in four days.Jan 1, 16:54
The Match
Match Report
Chelsea had taken the lead through Cesar Azpilicueta but had to settle for a 1-1 draw.
Preview
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea on New Year's Day.
Predicted Lineups
Ahead of the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea on New Year's Day, Sports Mole looks at how the visitors could line up at the Amex Stadium.
Injuries & Suspensions
Sports Mole rounds up the latest injury and suspension news for Chelsea ahead of the Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion on New Year's Day.
Build-up
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Graham Potter "impressed" by Frank Lampard's work at Chelsea so far
The Seagulls boss is not expecting the club to be busy in the January transfer window.Dec 31, 10:11
Brighton boss Graham Potter: 'I'm not sure there is a need for VAR'
The Seagulls were one of several sides to have goals ruled out for marginal offside decisions at the weekend.Dec 30, 16:16
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No fresh injury concerns for Brighton ahead of Chelsea game
Solly March is still recovering after undergoing groin surgery earlier this month.Dec 30, 16:04
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How Chelsea could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion
Ahead of the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea on New Year's Day, Sports Mole looks at how the visitors could line up at the Amex Stadium.Dec 30, 12:30
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Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole rounds up the latest injury and suspension news for Chelsea ahead of the Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion on New Year's Day.Dec 30, 11:00
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