brghton vs livepool match news
Liverpool and Brighton & Hove Albion are set to face off in a Premier League match on Monday, 19 May 2025, at 9:00 PM SAST (8:00 PM BST) at the Amex Stadium. This encounter marks Liverpool’s final away game of the season, with the team aiming to extend their unbeaten run against Brighton to three matches under manager Arne Slot. The StandardThis Is Anfield+1talkSPORT+1
Match Preview
Liverpool, having already secured the Premier League title, are looking to finish the season strongly. A goal in this match would see them become only the ninth team to score in every away game in an English top-flight season. BBC
Brighton, currently ninth in the league, are still in contention for European qualification and will be motivated to secure a positive result at home. They have lost just one of their last seven Premier League home games. BBC
Team News
Brighton:
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Forward João Pedro returns after serving a three-match suspension.
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Defenders Lewis Dunk, Igor Julio, and Joel Veltman are expected to be available following injury recoveries.
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Kaoru Mitoma’s fitness will be assessed ahead of the match.
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James Milner is likely to miss the game. Yahoo Sports+2Liverpool FC+2The Guardian+2
Liverpool:
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Mohamed Salah is poised to make his 300th Premier League appearance. He has scored 16 away goals this season, and one more would set a new club record. BBC
Head-to-Head
In their previous encounter on 2 November 2024, Liverpool secured a 2-1 victory over Brighton at Anfield. After trailing 1-0 at halftime, goals from Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah in the second half completed the comeback, propelling Liverpool to the top of the Premier League table. The Guardian+1Reuters+1The Sun+2Reuters+2talkSPORT+2
Broadcast Information
For viewers in South Africa, the match will be broadcast live on SuperSport Premier League. Kick-off is at 9:00 PM SAST.
This match promises to be an exciting contest as Liverpool look to maintain their strong form, while Brighton aim to boost their European aspirations.This Is Anfield