Chelsea vs Brighton Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before Match

Chelsea host Brighton at Stamford Bridge in London on 30 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 13:00 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 2. Both sides opened the 2026 campaign with victories, setting up an early-season clash between two teams aiming to consolidate positions near the top of the table. With Chelsea vs Brighton stats pointing to a competitive modern rivalry, this fixture carries significance beyond just three points.

Chelsea arrive in this match sitting 6th in the Premier League, having taken 3 points from their first outing, scoring 3 goals and conceding 2 away from home. Brighton top the table in 1st place after a 4-0 home win in their opener, backed by a strong goal difference of +4 and an early indication of attacking power. In this context, the Chelsea vs Brighton stats suggest a finely poised encounter between a home side with ambitions of climbing the standings and an away team already in a Champions League qualification position.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent sequence of competitive meetings where Brighton have often held the upper hand against Chelsea across league and cup.

Previous meetings: 5
Chelsea wins: 1
Draws: 0
Brighton wins: 4

Chelsea vs Brighton Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Chelsea vs Brighton timeline from the available data, the most recent phase of this rivalry has been dominated by Brighton results. The latest meeting came on 21 April 2026 in the Premier League Regular Season - 34 at Amex Stadium, where Brighton defeated Chelsea 3-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time. That comprehensive home win underlined Brighton’s ability to control this fixture, especially on the south coast.

Earlier in the 2025-2026 Premier League season, on 27 September 2025 at Stamford Bridge in Regular Season - 6, Brighton again came from behind to beat Chelsea 3-1. Chelsea led 1-0 at half-time, but Brighton overturned the deficit in the second half to secure another statement away victory in London. This result is a key marker in the Chelsea vs Brighton timeline, showing that Brighton have not only been strong at home but also capable of turning matches around at Stamford Bridge.

The rivalry also crossed into knockout football. On 8 February 2025, Brighton and Chelsea met in the FA Cup 4th Round at American Express Stadium. Brighton won 2-1, having been level 1-1 at half-time, to knock Chelsea out of the cup. Just days later in league action on 14 February 2025 in the Premier League Regular Season - 25 at American Express Stadium, Brighton again prevailed 3-0, leading 2-0 at the break. The earliest match in this sequence, on 28 September 2024 at Stamford Bridge in Premier League Regular Season - 6, saw Chelsea win 4-2 after a high-scoring first half that ended 4-2 as well. From that point onward, however, Brighton have taken control of the head-to-head narrative.

Chelsea vs Brighton Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Chelsea vs Brighton stats highlight a clear edge for Brighton in recent competitive meetings, with a notable goal advantage and strong results both home and away.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Chelsea 6 - 14 Brighton
Average Goals per Match: Chelsea 1.20 vs Brighton 2.80

Venue Split Performance:

At Stamford Bridge: 2 matches played here — Chelsea won 1 (as home side), Brighton won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
At Amex Stadium / American Express Stadium: 3 matches played here — Brighton won 3 (as home side), Chelsea won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Chelsea vs Brighton Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Chelsea vs Brighton last results in recent competitive fixtures:

21 April 2026: Brighton 3-0 Chelsea (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 34
27 September 2025: Chelsea 1-3 Brighton (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 6
14 February 2025: Brighton 3-0 Chelsea (Half-time: 2-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 25
8 February 2025: Brighton 2-1 Chelsea (Half-time: 1-1) – FA Cup 4th Round
28 September 2024: Chelsea 4-2 Brighton (Half-time: 4-2) – Premier League Regular Season - 6

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Chelsea Matches Results and Stats

Chelsea’s current profile in the 2026 Premier League season to date is built on one away win from one match. They have scored 3 goals and conceded 2, for an average of 3.0 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per game. The form indicator is positive with a winning streak of one match and no defeats recorded so far. However, they are still searching for a first clean sheet, and the defensive numbers suggest an open style of play that can both create and allow chances.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Last 5 Brighton Matches Results and Stats

Brighton enter this fixture with a perfect defensive and attacking record in the 2026 Premier League season to date. From one home match played, they have taken 3 points with a 4-0 victory, averaging 4.0 goals scored per game and 0.0 conceded. The form line is also marked as a win, with one clean sheet already secured. This combination of strong attacking output and defensive solidity reinforces Brighton’s status at the top of the standings and underlines their threat ahead of a trip to Stamford Bridge.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

The balance of historical and current indicators suggests a finely balanced but high-stakes meeting at Stamford Bridge. Historically, Brighton have dominated the recent Chelsea vs Brighton stats, winning 4 of the last 5 competitive encounters and outscoring Chelsea 14-6 overall, including three consecutive home victories on the south coast and a notable 3-1 win in London. Chelsea’s lone success in this sequence was a 4-2 home win in 2024, showing they can score against Brighton but have struggled to repeat that performance. In terms of current season form, both teams come into the match with 100% records, though Brighton’s early 4-0 win and clean sheet offer a slightly stronger statistical platform. Taken together, the head-to-head record, venue split, and early-season numbers point to a contest where Brighton’s recent dominance meets Chelsea’s home advantage, setting up a compelling tactical and statistical battle without a clear-cut favourite.

Chelsea vs Brighton H2H Statistics updated on 25 August 2026.