On Sunday, Brighton and Nottingham Forest will square off in a thrilling Premier League match at the
Amex Stadium in an attempt to cement their place among the top four contenders (Watch live at 9am ET on USA Network and stream live online on NBC.com).
The unbeaten Seagulls outperform Manchester City in terms of xG stats in open play, but their finishing is in doubt after back-to-back draws with Arsenal and Ipswich Town. And so begins Joao Pedro’s wait to be fit to assist in spearheading the attack.
VIEW LIVE: BRIGHTON vs. NOTTINGHAM FOREST
Although Forest and Brighton both have a 2-2-0 record, Nuno Espirito Santo’s team has been a little more methodical in their approach. The Tricky Trees have benefited from possession, but two goals off corners give them a different look. The visitors recently won their first game in Liverpool in almost 50 years, which was a big victory. It’s no longer the case that Forest was underestimated by Premier League teams.
How to view Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest live, with the start time and broadcast link
Kickoff time is Sunday, September 22, at 9 a.m. ET.
Location: Amex Stadium
TV Channel: USA Network NBC.com Live stream available for viewing
Focus on Brighton & Hove Albion and team updates
If Joao Pedro is unable to play, Danny Welbeck will once more be the main emphasis. Seagulls manager Fabian Hurzeler has observed that Evan Ferguson, although starting in the League Cup midweek, isn’t yet giving his all in every training session.
OUT: Matthew O’Riley (ankle), Solly March (knee), James Milner (thigh), Brajan Gruda (other) | QUESTIONABLE: Joao Pedro (fitness)
Nottingham Forest highlights and squad news
Attacking threats this season have included Anthony Elanga, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Morgan Gibbs-White, who are all in the Premier League’s top 25 for chances created. Leading the charge is Gibbs-White, which is why target players like Taiwo Awoniyi and Chris Wood may have successful seasons.
OUT: Willy Boly (lower leg), Danilo (ankle); QUESTIONABLE: Ibrahim Sangare (undisclosed).
Prediction for Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest
This might be a close one because Brighton is the home team favorite, much like Man City is against Arsenal. Finishing is key because both sides will give their forwards opportunities. Either way might happen with this. This season, both teams have drew twice. Let’s increase to three. Nottingham Forest 1-1 Brighton.
