Brighton can effectively secure their place in next season’s Premier League when they make the trip west to face south-coast rivals Southampton.
The Seagulls have lost three of their last four matches, albeit against both Manchester clubs and Liverpool, but results of other teams mean they are still five points clear of 18th with just three games left to play.
Southampton vs Brighton Latest Odds
Southampton have nothing but pride to play for and bet365 make them 6/5 (2.20) favourites to pick up their 14th victory of the season.
Brighton have beaten just one side above them this season but are 12/5 (3.40) to all but ensure they are in the Premier League next term.
Three of the last five top-flight meetings between these sides have ended in a draw and that result – which would aid the Seagulls’ cause at least a little bit – is a 23/10 (3.30) shot.
Southampton vs Brighton Team News
Michael Obafemi will be hoping to start after scoring a late equaliser at Old Trafford on Monday, although Ralph Hasenhuttl will once again be without injured trio Sofiane Boufal, Yan Valery and Moussa Djenepo.
Jose Izquierdo and Steven Alzate are both out for Graham Potter’s side, whilst Neal Maupay could return to the starting XI.
Southampton vs Brighton Preview
Southampton have been one of the form teams since the restart, picking up 11 points from their six games and are unbeaten in their last four.
Only five teams have scored more goals than the Saints in those six games and the most recent have featured plenty of action from the off, seeing a goal prior to the 31st minute.
Brighton’s last four fixtures have produced an identical trend, and that should continue here considering the Seagulls have conceded 11 goals in that time and only managed a clean sheet against relegated Norwich.
Southampton vs Brighton Tips and Predictions
With that in mind, bet365's 5/6 (1.83) price on a goal before 31 minutes in the game looks like excellent value ahead of this Premier League clash on Thursday.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Goal before 31:00 at 5/6 (1.83) for a 2pt stake with bet365 