Burnley vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
Burnley face a mammoth task to save their season against an in-form Brighton side this Saturday.Scott Parker guarantees his side will remain fully committed despite sitting ten points adrift of safety...
Burnley vs Brighton – Match preview and team news Burnley face a mammoth task to save their season against an in-form Brighton side this Saturday. Scott Parker guarantees his side will remain fully committed despite sitting ten points adrift of safety. The Clarets have managed only one win in their last 22 Premier League matches.
Consequently, another defeat today would represent their 20th loss of the current campaign. Turf Moor has offered little respite, with only Tottenham collecting fewer home points this season. Brighton travel to Lancashire, aiming to secure three successive away wins for the first time since 2023.
Fabian Hurzeler has revitalised the Seagulls after a difficult winter period. The visitors have won four of their last five matches, including a 2-1 victory over Liverpool. Furthermore, Brighton currently rank first in the Premier League for high turnovers with 264.
This intensity poses a major threat to a Burnley side prone to defensive errors. Burnley vs Brighton – Match preview and team news Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026 Kick-off: 15:00 BST Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley Referee: Thomas Bramall VAR: Peter Bankes Last Meeting: Brighton 2-0 Burnley (3 January 2026, Premier League) Team news Burnley Scott Parker manages a squad thinned by a significant injury list and a key suspension. Notably, Josh Laurent is unavailable as he serves a suspension for accumulated yellow cards.