Brighton and AFC Bournemouth square off at The American Express Community Stadium at 4:00 PM Jan 17, 2026, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the Premier League.

Brighton have shown glimpses of consistency, picking up 2 wins recently. AFC Bournemouth have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.

Historically, Brighton hold the edge with 6 wins to AFC Bournemouth's 4 in 10 meetings. Their most recent meeting saw AFC Bournemouth came out on top 1-2.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Brighton may hold the edge at The American Express Community Stadium, but AFC Bournemouth's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.