Premier League 2024-2025: Southampton vs Brighton Prediction
Southampton
Home Team
5%
VS
Brighton
Away Team
90%
Draw: 5%
Over 2.5:
57%
Under 2.5:
43%
Current Standings
Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Liverpool | 25 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 60 | 24 | 36 | 60 |
2 | Arsenal | 25 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 51 | 22 | 29 | 53 |
3 | Nott'm Forest | 25 | 14 | 5 | 6 | 41 | 29 | 12 | 47 |
4 | Man City | 25 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 52 | 35 | 17 | 44 |
5 | Bournemouth | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 44 | 29 | 15 | 43 |
6 | Chelsea | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 47 | 34 | 13 | 43 |
7 | Newcastle | 25 | 12 | 5 | 8 | 42 | 33 | 9 | 41 |
8 | Fulham | 25 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 38 | 33 | 5 | 39 |
9 | Aston Villa | 25 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 35 | 38 | -3 | 38 |
10 | Brighton | 25 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 38 | 38 | 0 | 37 |
11 | Brentford | 25 | 10 | 4 | 11 | 43 | 42 | 1 | 34 |
12 | Tottenham | 25 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 49 | 37 | 12 | 30 |
13 | Crystal Palace | 25 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 29 | 32 | -3 | 30 |
14 | Everton | 25 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 27 | 31 | -4 | 30 |
15 | Man United | 25 | 8 | 5 | 12 | 28 | 35 | -7 | 29 |
16 | West Ham | 25 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 29 | 47 | -18 | 27 |
17 | Wolves | 25 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 35 | 54 | -19 | 19 |
18 | Ipswich | 25 | 3 | 8 | 14 | 23 | 50 | -27 | 17 |
19 | Leicester | 25 | 4 | 5 | 16 | 25 | 55 | -30 | 17 |
20 | Southampton | 25 | 2 | 3 | 20 | 19 | 57 | -38 | 9 |
Recent Trends
Southampton
- Last Match: vs Bournemouth (Goals: 1 - 3)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Ipswich (Goals: 2 - 1)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Newcastle (Goals: 1 - 3)
- 4th Last Match: vs Nott'm Forest (Goals: 2 - 3)
- 5th Last Match: vs Man United (Goals: 1 - 3)
Brighton
- Last Match: vs Chelsea (Goals: 3 - 0)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Nott'm Forest (Goals: 0 - 7)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Everton (Goals: 0 - 1)
- 4th Last Match: vs Man United (Goals: 3 - 1)
- 5th Last Match: vs Ipswich (Goals: 2 - 0)
Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)
Southampton
Average Expected Goals (xG):
1.10
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
3.30
# Clean Sheets:
0
Brighton
Average Expected Goals (xG):
1.25
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
1.75
# Clean Sheets:
2
Key Prediction Insights
The upcoming match between Southampton and Brighton is heavily tipped in favor of the visitors, with a 90% probability of a Brighton win. In contrast, Southampton has just a 5% chance of claiming victory, equal to the likelihood of a draw. Positioned at the bottom of the Premier League table, Southampton faces 10th-placed Brighton, and with a 57% chance of more than 2.5 goals, fans can expect an action-packed encounter.
Match Analysis
Southampton's recent form has been dismal, highlighted by two home defeats against Bournemouth and Newcastle, both ending 3-1. Their solitary win came against fellow strugglers Ipswich, away from home, where they eked out a 2-1 victory. The Saints have struggled in attack, averaging just 0.4 goals per game across their last five matches, while conceding an alarming 3.4 goals on average. Despite creating decent chances with an average of 1.104 expected goals, their defense has faltered, allowing an average of 3.302 expected goals.
Conversely, Brighton has shown more promise, despite mixed recent results. A commanding 3-0 win over Chelsea at home showcased their potential, though it was sandwiched between heavy defeats to Nott'm Forest (0-7) and Everton (0-1). Brighton's attacking prowess is evident with an average of 1.6 goals scored per game in their last five, supported by an expected goals average of 1.254. Defensively, they have managed two clean sheets, conceding 2.2 goals on average, a rate they will aim to improve upon against Southampton.
Final Prediction
Brighton's superior form and higher league standing give them a significant edge in this matchup. Their potent attack and ability to secure clean sheets could prove decisive against a Southampton side struggling at both ends of the pitch. Keep an eye on Brighton's attacking play, as they look to capitalize on Southampton's defensive vulnerabilities to secure a vital away win.