Brighton and Sunderland have injury, suspension and AFCON concerns as they prepare for their Premier League showdown at the Amex Stadium this Saturday.
The Seagulls slipped to 10th in the standings after their disappointing 2-0 loss to Liverpool at Anfield last weekend. Fabian Hurzeler's men have taken just one point from their last three matches and will be desperate to steady the ship against Sunderland.
Regis Le Bris’ team have been a surprise package this term and have impressed following their promotion. The Black Cats are a lofty seventh and arrive to the south coast brimming with confidence after their derby win against Newcastle last Sunday.
Here's the early team and injury news for both clubs ahead of the Amex Stadium showdown - Saturday, 3pm
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1. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has a number of key men unavailable
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has a number of key men unavailable | Getty Images
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2. Stefanos Tzimas - out
The Greek striker is likely to be out for the season following his ACL injury sustained against Aston Villa | Getty Images
3. Adam Webster - out
The experienced defender damaged his ACL in pre-season and has not been seen since. | Getty Images
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4. Solly March - out
Closing in on a return after long term new issues but the Sunderland match will arrive too soon. | Getty Images