Brighton vs Chelsea Lineups, Score, Live Streaming, How & Where to Watch

The history between the two favors Brighton, who have won three straight meetings across all competitions, including a 3–1 win at Stamford Bridge in September.

A key factor has been Danny Welbeck, who has recorded 12 goals in 32 appearances this season. 

Welbeck recently became Brighton's all-time leading top-flight goalscorer and also has a strong record against Chelsea, contributing five goals and two assists in his last eight appearances against them.

Brighton vs Chelsea Official Lineups

Brighton

• Goalkeeper: Verbruggen
• Defenders: Wieffer, van Hecke, Boscagli, Kadioglu
• Midfielders: Baleba, Gross, Mitoma, Hinshelwood, Minteh,
• Forward: Rutter

Chelsea

• Goalkeeper: Sánchez
• Defenders: Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Hato, Cucurella
• Midfielders: Caicedo, Lavia, Enzo,
• Forward: Delap, Neto

How and Where to Watch Brighton vs Chelsea 

Brighton vs. Chelsea kicks off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the American Express Stadium.

In the USA, the match is televised on USA Network and available to stream on platforms like Fubo, Sling, and DIRECTV.

In the UK, fans can catch the action on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Streaming is available on Sky Go.

For Canadian fans, streaming is available on FuboTV Canada or DAZN.

In Mexico, the match is available on the Max streaming service (formerly HBO Max).