Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United meet this weekend in the Women’s Super League with both sides searching for their first win of the campaign. The Seagulls have collected just a single point from their opening two matches, while the Hammers are yet to get off the mark after back-to-back defeats. With early momentum on the line, the clash offers both teams a chance to reset their season and gain a vital boost of confidence.
In this match preview, we’ll cover everything you need to know ahead of Brighton vs. West Ham United, from predicted lineups and team news to how to watch the game live.
Source: Brighton & Hove Albion Women
Brighton vs. West Ham United: Team News & Possible Lineups
Brighton & Hove Albion Women vs. West Ham United Women Lineups are derived from previous match days. We take into consideration how strong the opponents are, what players are injured and of course team news before the match.
Team News Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton & Hove Albion’s head coach confirmed there were no new injuries ahead of the game against Manchester City. However, Fran Kirby was forced off during that match, and an update on her condition is expected closer to matchday.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Dario Vidosic after the 2-1 loss to Manchester City: “I think for the first 45 minutes it was really, really good. We created enough but we were not deadly when we created these opportunities. We made the incorrect decision on a pass a few times.
“But in the second half we were nowhere near it, unfortunately. Maybe the scoreline spooked us. We were 1-0 up, and it’s just the mentality. At times, it looked like an immature performance.”
On Fran Kirby: “Losing Fran wasn’t ideal. She’s our leader on that pitch. In the first half she gave us a lot. She was picking up good spaces through her intelligence.
“She’s been there. She understands it. She helps and I think we lacked that a little bit in the second half. But we’re a young team and we need experience. We still have a lot of girls who are getting their first minutes for a long time.
“There are positives. But we have to improve and we have to improve quickly.”
Team News West Ham United
We expect to hear from Rehanne Skinenr closer to matchday.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Rehanne Skinner after the tough loss against Arsenal: “I think for 65 minutes, we were in the game, we played really well and made life really difficult for them to break us down. I thought the pressing intensity was excellent in the first half and the team made life really tough [for Arsenal]. Overall the players were really, really brave, really positive. So I’m pleased with the way that they’ve tried to go about the game.
“We’ve not created as many chances as we’d have liked to from the transitions that we had higher up from the press. Sometimes the final balls are still a little bit forced at times, and we can definitely improve on that. But ultimately, at 3-1, we’re trying to win the game.
“So [it was] my decision to change the shape, to add more attacking players, to try and get something out of the game. Sometimes when you do that, you could run the risk of getting caught out on the flip side. But I’d much rather us be brave at 3-1 to try and get something out of the game than to just sit in and hope that we can keep the scoreline at 3-1.”
Source: West Ham United Women
Brighton vs. West Ham United Women Lineups
Potential Brighton & Hove Albion Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
Nnadozie
Olislagers
Minami
Rule
Auée
Čanković
Symonds
Haley
Kirby
Rayner
Agyemang
Potential West Ham United Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
Walsh
Nyström
Tysiak
Zadorsku
Denton
Siren
Gorry
Hanshaw
Martinez
Ueki
Asseyi
Brighton vs. West Ham United: Previous Meetings & Stats
Neither Brighton nor West Ham United have had the start to the season they would have hoped for. The Seagulls opened with a goalless draw against Aston Villa before falling 2–1 to Manchester City last weekend. Meanwhile, West Ham were narrowly beaten by Tottenham Hotspur and then suffered a heavy defeat to Arsenal a week later.
The two clubs share a competitive history in the Women’s Super League and Women’s League Cup, having faced each other regularly over the past seven years. Their most recent meeting was won by West Ham at home, though Brighton had claimed victory in the reverse fixture. The Hammers last secured an away win at Brighton in October 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Women’s Super League Brighton vs. West Ham United?
You can watch the Women’s Super League match between Brighton vs. West Ham United on Sky Sports. If you’re watching from outside the UK, consider using a VPN service. We recommend NordVPN, it isn’t free, but it’s cheaper than juggling multiple subscriptions that may still only cover part of the schedule.
When was the last meeting between Brighton vs. West Ham United?
The last meeting between the two sides took place on February 16, 2025. West Ham claimed a 3–1 victory with goals from Martinez, Ueki, and Asseyi, while Nikita Parris scored the consolation for Brighton.
What is Brighton vs. West Ham United kick-off time?
Brighton vs. West Ham United kicks off on Sunday, September 21, at 12:00 BST at Broadfield Stadium.