Brighton have won five of their last six meetings with Bournemouth, albeit they've not managed back-to-back victories at Dean Court since 1932, a fact they could change here.
Bournemouth vs Brighton preview
Can Bournemouth continue their very impressive start to the season? A fortnight ago, Andoni Iraola's side smashed Tottenham 1-0 on the road, the scoreline not doing the Cherries' dominance justice, given that they mustered 20 shots to Spurs' five, Evanilson's early goal enough to secure victory.
That made it back-to-back 1-0 victories for Bournemouth; Marcus Tavernier's goal having defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers in their home opener. So, can the Cherries make it three successive Premier League victories for the first time since December?
As for Brighton & Hove Albion, they too claimed a noteworthy win before the international break. The Seagulls fought back from a goal down to defeat Manchester City 2-1 at the Amex; James Milner equalised from the penalty spot, his first Premier League goal since Boxing Day 2019, before Brajan Gruda snatched victory in the final minute of normal time, sparking wild scenes of celebration.
That was actually a first league win of the season for Fabian Hürzeler's team, denied victory against Fulham on the opening day by a 96th minute equaliser, before being beaten 2-0 by Everton on the grand-opening of Hill Dickinson Stadium. With Tottenham and then Chelsea their next two opponents, can Brighton start to build some momentum by beating their South Coast neighbours?
Bournemouth vs Brighton head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 118.
- Bournemouth Wins: 45. Draws: 29. Brighton & Hove Albion Wins: 44.
Bournemouth team news
Having been very impressive during Scotland's World Cup qualifying victory over Belarus on Monday in Zalaegerszeg, Ben Gannon Doak will be hoping to make his Premier League debut for Bournemouth, after arriving from Liverpool for £25 million; he did feature in the EFL Cup.
Meantime, fellow new recruit Amine Adli made his own debut off the bench at Spurs, while Bournemouth supporters could get a first look at centre-back Veljko Milosavljević, who joined from Crvena zvezda for £13 million on deadline day.
Lewis Cook remains sidelined, so Alex Scott will continue at the base of midfield.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Brighton: (4-3-3): Petrović, Smith, Senesi, Diakité, Truffert; Adams, Scott, Gannon Doak, Tavernier, Semenyo; Evanilson.
Bournemouth player to watch vs Brighton
Antoine Semenyo scored twice at Anfield on the opening Friday night of the season, but has never scored against Brighton in six attempts, so can he change that fact?
Brighton team news
Given that they beat Manchester City a fortnight ago, Fabian Hürzeler could name an unchaged side.
This would mean that new centre-backs Olivier Boscagli and Diego Coppola would still be waiting for their full-Premier League debuts. Meantime, despite being the match-winner, Brajan Gruda could once again begin the afternoon on the bench, unable to displace either Yankuba Minteh or Kaoru Mitoma.
Brighton predicted lineup vs Bournemouth: (4-3-3): Verbruggen; Veltman, Dunk, van Hecke, De Cuyper; Hinshelwood, Baleba, Gómez; Minteh, Mitoma, Welbeck.
Brighton player to watch vs Bournemouth
James Milner is unlikely to start, but he'll be hoping to feature at some stage, having made 640 Premier League appearances, chasing down Gareth Barry's all-time record of 653.
Bournemouth vs Brighton prediction
This all-South Coast affair should be entertaining, making it tough to call, but we given Bournemouth the slight edge, thereby predicting a narrow home win at Dean Court: Bournemouth 2-1 Brighton.
Bournemouth vs Brighton FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on TV channel?
Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League will be available on the following TV channels;
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- USA: Peacock
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How to watch Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on live streaming?
Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League?
Bournemouth vs Brighton & Hove Albion takes place on Saturday 13 September 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PDT).