Brighton will be hoping to welcome fans back to the Amex Stadium with a win when they take on Southampton on Monday.
The Seagulls will be playing in front of home supporters for the first time since late February, hoping to end a run of nine Premier League matches without a victory in their own backyard.
Brighton vs Southampton Latest Odds
Having failed to win any of the last seven matches against this opposition, Brighton are available at 6/4 (2.50) with bet365 to reward the fans’ patience by coming out on top.
Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men saw their seven-match unbeaten streak brought to an end by the 3-2 home defeat against Manchester United last time out but can be backed at 15/8 (2.88) to bounce back with a win here.
Four of the previous six Premier League meetings between this duo have resulted in draws, and you can get odds of 23/10 (3.30) on them cancelling each other out once again.
Brighton vs Southampton Team News
Tariq Lamptey is available for the hosts following his ban but Neal Maupay, Alexis Mac Allister and Davy Propper are doubtful and Adam Lallana, Florin Andone and Christian Walton all ruled out.
Danny Ings will be hoping to make his comeback from injury after returning to full training this week, while Nathan Redmond and William Smallbone will face late fitness tests.
Brighton vs Southampton Preview
While the 2,000 home supporters will be delighted to return to the stadium after such a long time, they may not be too optimistic of seeing the occasion marked with a win.
Graham Potter’s men were struggling for form on home turf even before the stadium closures, having won just two of their last 18 league fixtures at the Amex.
They face a tough challenge to improve on that record against the Saints, who have come out on top in each of their last three visits to this stadium and lost just once in 10 league matches on the road.
Brighton vs Southampton Tips and Predictions
With 20 goals to their name in the last 10 away matches, Southampton seem like strong value at 15/8 (2.88) to outscore a Brighton side that has only scored five in their previous nine on home territory - claiming just four points from a possible 27.
All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Southampton to win at 15/8 (2.88) for a 1pt stake with bet365
