Ahead of tonight's big game, BT Sport and Football Ramble host Jules Breach gave her verdict on the Seagulls' season so far, in an exclusive piece for the Brighton & Hove Independent. She wrote: “Apart from the Everton game – which is better forgotten – we’ve played some really lovely football so far.
“We’ve looked pretty solid defensively and despite not signing a new striker, we’ve been scoring those all important goals as well.
“The 2-1 win against Leicester last weekend was huge. Taking all three points against Brendan Rodgers’ side – to follow up maximum points from our games against Burnley, Watford and Brentford – just made everyone take a bit of notice.
"It certainly proved that we’re not just capable of winning against the teams we’re expected to beat, but also beating one of last season’s top six as well.”
She added: "I was at the Amex with my dad for the game and it was brilliant to see so many happy Albion fans back in the stadium. The atmosphere was brilliant and although we may have got a little fortunate with a couple of the offsides against Leicester, it’s about time we had some luck on our side.
"I was really impressed with our new signing Marc Cucurella. When he skinned Ricardo Pereira in the first half it got the whole stadium up on their feet and he produced a man of the match performance on his home debut."
Take a look at the latest news round-up from the Premier League, as the build-up to tonight's action continues:
1. Reds urged to chase Sarr
Ex-footballer Kevin Phillips has tipped Liverpool to pursue a January move for Watford sensation Ismaila Sarr, whose stunning start to the season continued with his fourth goal in six games last weekend. He's been branded "an upgrade" on the Reds' existing backup attacking options. (Football Insider) Photo: Stephen Pond
2. Chelsea still want Chiesa
Chelsea's hopes of signing Juventus sensation Federico Chiesa in the next transfer window look to have taken a blow, with his club said to be determined to hold onto the Italian ace. He's been valued at around £86m. (Calciomercato) Photo: Gabriele Maltinti
3. Red Devils eye Mukiele
Man Utd have been tipped to make a move for RB Leipzig defender Nordi Mukiele, as they look to find quality cover for Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Mukiele is in the final two years of his current deal, and his side could cash in on their player in the next transfer window. (FourFourTwo) Photo: DANIEL ROLAND
4. Spurs could swoop for Kulusevski
Spurs have been linked with a move for Juventus forward Dejan Kulusevski. The £30m ace was named Serie A's best young player back in 2019/20, which saw him eventually seal his big-money move from Atalanta to his current side. (Mirror) Photo: MARCO BERTORELLO