Premier League: Brighton vs. Liverpool Picks — Reds to End Home Team’s Hopes of European Finish? (May 19)

It has been a season to remember for Liverpool, as Arne Slot has won the Premier League title in his first season in English soccer.

However, the Reds still have a trip to Brighton to navigate before getting their hands on the top-flight trophy. Liverpool come into Monday’s game after failing to win their last two.

Brighton continue to chase a European place, but they have dropped points in three of their last five matches. However, they do come into their final home match of the season after winning two of their last three.

Odds

Liverpool Have Won Last Two Against Brighton

Liverpool have a strong recent record against Brighton after winning each of the last two Premier League meetings between the sides.

However, the Reds have failed to win on their last two trips to the Amex Stadium since landing a 2-0 win in March 2022. A 2-2 draw was played out in the last meeting between the teams in Brighton.

Brighton vs. Liverpool Key Stats

• Brighton have only accumulated more points in two previous top-flight campaigns than they have in 2024-25.
• For the first time since December 2016, last weekend Liverpool failed to win a Premier League match when they led by two or more goals at half time.

Brighton Team News

João Pedro returns from suspension this week. Joel Veltman and Lewis Dunk could also both be fit enough to play. However, James Milner and Georginio Rutter remain out.

Possible Lineup

B. Vebruggen (GK); M. Wieffer, L. Dunk, C. Baleba, P. Estupinan, Y. Ayari, J. Hinshelwood, S. March, J. Pedro, S. Adringra, D. Welbeck

Liverpool Team News

Trent Alexander-Arnold could make his final start for Liverpool on Monday. However, Joe Gomez remains out of action due to a thigh injury.

Possible Lineup

Alisson (GK); T. Alexander-Arnold, J. Quansah, I. Konate, A. Robertson, C. Jones, R. Gravenberch, M. Salah, L. Diaz, C. Gakpo, D. Nunez

Brighton vs. Liverpool Picks

Wins in this fixture have been a rarity for Brighton throughout Premier League history.

Their inconsistency against the top six teams in the Premier League is also worth considering. Therefore, there could be value at the prices available to side with an away win for the champions on Monday.