Brighton vs Fulham – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

Brighton & Hove Albion begin their 2025/26 Premier League season by hosting Fulham at the Amex Stadium on Saturday.

The Seagulls welcome the Cottagers in the opening round, hoping to extend their streak of five straight opening-day wins and secure a path back to Europe after finishing eighth last term.

Debuts might await new additions including Charalampos Kostoulas, as the team looks to capitalise on an unbeaten pre-season run.

Fabian Hurzeler’s young squad showed flair in their warm-up fixtures but need to overcome last season’s inconsistencies to challenge for higher honours against a resilient Fulham side.

Brighton vs Fulham – Predicted lineup and team news

Brighton team news

Highly-rated forward Charalampos Kostoulas could make his first appearance after joining as a key attacking reinforcement, following João Pedro’s move to Chelsea.

Defenders Diego Coppola, Oliver Boscagli, and Maxim De Cuyper are also in contention for starts, adding depth to a backline that includes Lewis Dunk and the returning Bart Verbruggen in goal after his injury recovery.

Kaoru Mitoma and Yankuba Minteh are set to provide width, but the club remains firm on retaining Carlos Baleba amid Manchester United’s interest, demanding over £100m.

No significant injuries are reported, allowing Hurzeler to field a strong side focused on high pressing and sharp patterns seen in pre-season.

Brighton predicted lineup

Brighton & Hove Albion predicted XI: Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, De Cuyper; Wieffer, Baleba; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Welbeck.

When is Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham?

Brighton & Hove Albion host Fulham at the Amex Stadium on Saturday, 16th August 2025. Kick-off is 3pm BST.

How to watch Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham?

The match will not be shown live on UK TV due to the 3pm blackout, but highlights will air on BBC’s Match of the Day at 10:20pm BST. Club platforms may provide audio options, with full replays available later on official channels.

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