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Chelsea know a top-six Premier League finish is in their sights as they head to face Brighton on Wednesday evening.

Saturday’s comeback win at Nottingham Forest moved the Blues level on points with sixth-placed Newcastle, who were held earlier in the day to a home draw with the Seagulls.

Victory on the south coast - which would be Chelsea’s fourth in a row - is likely the bare minimum to remain in the race.

Newcastle head to Manchester United on the same night, with both Europa League-chasing clubs looking to avoid dropping points. Brighton are trying to cling onto a top-half finish.

Date, kick-off time and venue

Brighton vs Chelsea is scheduled for a 7.45pm BST kick-off on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

The match will take place at the Amex Stadium.

Amex Stadium

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Where to watch Brighton vs Chelsea

TV channel: In the UK, the game has not been selected for live television coverage.

Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights shortly after the game.

Brighton vs Chelsea team news

Brighton are still sweating on the fitness of Jan Paul van Hecke, Joao Pedro, Julio Enciso and loanee Ansu Fati. Tariq Lamptey came off the bench for his return from injury.

Chelsea, meanwhile, were boosted by the return of Reece James from the bench after five months against Forest, to impressive ends. The captain will likely not start in midweek due to his record of setbacks, but Malo Gusto could get the nod on the right.

Christopher Nkunku continues to build back his fitness after a number of injuries, but Nicolas Jackson scored against at the City Ground so should keep his place. Raheem Sterling will be pushing for a start after his goal.

Reece James is unlikely to start

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Brighton vs Chelsea prediction

Chelsea struggled for large periods against Nottingham Forest but Pochettino’s work is clearly bearing fruit as players return from injury. Brighton, meanwhile, are winding down for the season and, though not entirely on the beach, they have bucket and spade in hand.

The Blues have enough momentum behind them to make it four wins in a row.

Chelsea to win, 2-1.

Head to head (h2h) history and results

Brighton wins: 3

Draws: 5

Chelsea wins: 14

Brighton vs Chelsea match odds

Brighton: 9/5

Draw: 21/10

Chelsea: 1/1

Odds via Betfair (subject to change).