Chelsea take on Brighton in their first home game of the Premier League season
Chelsea vs Brighton LIVE
Chelsea host bogey side Brighton today in their first Premier League home game of the season. Xabi Alonso has made an encouraging start to life as new Blues manager, overseeing wins over Fulham and Luton is opening two matches in charge, though a much sterner test is expected this afternoon as Brighton have won the last four meetings between the sides, including a league double last season.
Enzo Fernandez is set to miss out once again as he continues to be linked with a move to Manchester City before transfer Deadline Day. Robert Sanchez's performance in the win over Fulham could see him left out for a second time this week, while Joao Pedro and Danny Welbeck facing their former clubs will provide an interesting sub-plot in west London.
The visitors could hand debuts to summer signings Promise David and Jaouen Hadjam, though Jack Hinshelwood - the two-goal hero from the 4-0 thrashing of Aston Villa - is doubtful with a minor issue. Follow Chelsea vs Brighton LIVE below with Standard Sport's dedicated match blog, featuring expert insight and analysis from Oli Gent at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea vs Brighton latest news
Chelsea team news: Caicedo doubtful
Chelsea are sweating on the fitness of Moises Caicedo ahead of Sunday’s match against Brighton.
Xabi Alonso is hoping Caicedo can return to make his first appearance of the season in the Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge.
Caicedo suffered an injury last week in training which saw him miss wins over Fulham and Luton Town.
But Alonso has said: “He is hopefully training [on Friday]. We are hopeful he can be involved. We are still checking; no decision made.”
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How to watch Chelsea vs Brighton
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports. Coverage starts at 1pm BST on Sky Sports Main Event ahead of kick-off at 2pm.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow all the action right here via Standard Sport’s live blog.
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Both teams have made fine starts to the new season, the Blues have won two from two in league and cup, while the Seagulls have scored eight goals in three games across all competitions, conceding zero.
We’ll have all the latest updates, build-up and team news right here ahead of kick-off, which comes at 2pm BST from Stamford Bridge. Stick with us!