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The Match
Match Report
Chelsea's defensive crisis worsens as Danny Welbeck steals the show in a 3-1 comeback win for Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge.
Team News
Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion announce their starting lineups for Saturday's Premier League fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Predicted Lineups
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League contest with Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge.
Injuries & Suspensions
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s injury and suspension list ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Build-up
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Brighton injury news: Quadruple boost confirmed by Fabian Hurzeler before Chelsea clash in Premier League
Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler delivers the latest update on the fitness of his squad ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Sep 26, 16:45
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Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: Josh Acheampong game time defended by Enzo Maresca ahead of likely recall
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reiterated that he "trusts" Josh Acheampong ahead of likely recalling the defender for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion.Sep 26, 14:49
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Chelsea injury news: Two defenders sidelined for Brighton & Hove Albion game after Cole Palmer blow
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reveals that he will be missing two more defenders for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion.Sep 26, 13:02
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Chelsea injury news: Cole Palmer blow confirmed by Enzo Maresca, potential timeframe for recovery suggested
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reveals that Cole Palmer will be sidelined with a groin injury for the foreseeable future.Sep 26, 11:34
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Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: Thomas Tuchel feat at stake for Enzo Maresca in Premier League game
Chelsea could equal a feat last achieved under Thomas Tuchel when they play host to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.Sep 26, 09:27
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Chelsea lineup vs. Brighton: Predicted XI for Premier League contest after Cole Palmer injury update
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League contest with Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge.Sep 25, 13:39
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Brighton lineup vs. Chelsea: Predicted XI for Premier League contest as Diego Gomez starts after four-goal EFL Cup showing
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brighton & Hove Albion could line up for Saturday's Premier League contest with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Sep 25, 13:39
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Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion's Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.Sep 24, 19:30
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Chelsea injury, suspension list vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: Cole Palmer, Romeo Lavia updates
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s injury and suspension list ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion.Sep 24, 09:43
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