Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. – Match Report

Date: Sat 28 Sep 2024
Kick-Off: 19:30
Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
Referee: Peter Bankes

The Premier League clash between Chelsea F.C. and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. at Stamford Bridge promised fireworks, and it certainly delivered. Chelsea’s rising star Cole Palmer produced a sensational display, making Premier League history by scoring four goals before halftime. The 4-2 victory solidified Chelsea’s position among the top four, leaving Brighton to grapple with their first defeat of the season. The match highlighted Chelsea’s attacking prowess, while Brighton struggled to maintain their early advantage.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Head-to-Head

This was the 15th meeting between the two sides, with Chelsea boasting a strong record of nine wins to Brighton’s two.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Lineups

Here are the Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C lineups today (Sep 28, 2024)

Chelsea F.C. (4-2-3-1)

Manager: Enzo Maresca

• Goalkeeper: Robert Sánchez
• Defenders: Marc Cucurella, Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Malo Gusto
• Midfielders: Enzo Fernández (C), Moisés Caicedo, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho
• Forward: Nicolas Jackson

Substitutes:
Filip Jørgensen, Axel Disasi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Mykhailo Mudryk (71′), Renato Veiga (70′), Roméo Lavia (79′), Pedro Neto (63′), João Félix, Christopher Nkunku (79′)

Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. (4-3-3)

Manager: Roberto De Zerbi

• Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen
• Defenders: Adam Webster, Lewis Dunk (C), Ferdi Kadioglu, Pervis Estupiñán
• Midfielders: Carlos Baleba, Mats Wieffer, Jack Hinshelwood
• Forwards: Georginio Rutter, Danny Welbeck, Kaoru Mitoma

Substitutes:
Jason Steele, Tariq Lamptey, Igor Julio (57′), Imari Samuels, Julio Enciso (71′), Jakub Moder, Yasin Ayari (57′), Yankuba Minteh (71′), Evan Ferguson (81′)

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Match Breakdown

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C First Half

Brighton F.C. struck early, taking the lead in the 7th minute when Georginio Rutter outjumped Robert Sánchez to head home a brilliant cross from Carlos Baleba. Despite Brighton’s early 1-0 advantage, Chelsea responded swiftly.

• 21′ – Goal! Chelsea 1-1 Brighton: Cole Palmer tapped into an empty net after a mistake by Adam Webster, assisted by Nicolas Jackson.
• 28′ – Penalty! Chelsea 2-1 Brighton: Palmer scored from the spot after a foul on Jadon Sancho by Baleba.
• 31′ – Goal! Chelsea 3-1 Brighton: Palmer completed his hat-trick with a stunning free kick from 25 yards.
• 34′ – Goal! Chelsea 3-2 Brighton: Carlos Baleba capitalized on a loose pass from Sánchez to cut the deficit.
• 41′ – Goal! Chelsea 4-2 Brighton: Palmer scored his fourth goal after a through-ball from Sancho, cementing Chelsea’s lead.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Half-Time

Chelsea led 4-2 at the break, with Cole Palmer writing his name into the Premier League history books by becoming the first player to score four goals before halftime.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Second Half

Brighton tried to mount a comeback, but Chelsea remained in control. While Brighton showed moments of threat, Chelsea’s defense held firm, and the Blues managed the game effectively.

• 57′ – Brighton made key substitutions, bringing on Yasin Ayari and Igor Julio, but struggled to break Chelsea’s defense.
• 79′ – Nicolas Jackson and Enzo Fernández were substituted, with Christopher Nkunku and Roméo Lavia joining the action to see out the final moments.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Full-Time

Chelsea secured a 4-2 win over Brighton & Hove Albion F.C., marking their fourth consecutive victory in all competitions. The victory also saw Chelsea climb to fourth place in the Premier League, a point behind Manchester City and Arsenal.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Stats

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Timeline

• 07’ Goal! Brighton take an early lead through Georginio Rutter’s header, assisted by Carlos Baleba.
• 21’ Goal! Cole Palmer equalizes for Chelsea, converting a pass from Nicolas Jackson.
• 28’ Penalty! Palmer converts the penalty to give Chelsea the lead.
• 31’ Goal! Palmer completes his hat-trick with a stunning free-kick.
• 34’ Goal! Carlos Baleba pulls one back for Brighton.
• 41’ Goal! Palmer scores his fourth of the night after a great through-ball from Sancho.

Chelsea remained disciplined in the second half, managing Brighton’s attacks and protecting their two-goal lead until the final whistle.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Impact on the Premier League Table

With this victory, Chelsea F.C. rose to fourth place, edging closer to the top of the table and solidifying their strong early-season form. Brighton, on the other hand, dropped to eighth, suffering their first defeat of the season. This match was pivotal for Chelsea, showcasing their offensive capabilities and making them serious contenders for the title.

Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C Man of the Match: Cole Palmer

Cole Palmer was unquestionably the man of the match, becoming the first player to score four goals in a Premier League match before halftime. His performance was a masterclass, with three open-play goals and a clinical penalty conversion.

FAQs

1. How many goals did Cole Palmer score in the Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C?
   Cole Palmer scored four goals in the match, making him the standout performer.
2. What was the final score between Chelsea F.C. and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.?
   The final score was Chelsea F.C. 4, Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. 2.
3. What was the impact of the Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C match on the Premier League standings?
   Chelsea F.C. climbed to fourth place, while Brighton dropped to eighth after suffering their first loss of the season.
4. Who assisted Cole Palmer’s goals in the Chelsea F.C. vs Brighton & Hove Albion F.C match?
   Nicolas Jackson and Jadon Sancho provided assists for two of Palmer’s four goals.

Chelsea F.C.’s 4-2 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. was a thrilling spectacle, defined by Cole Palmer’s historic four-goal performance. The Blues continue their impressive run under Enzo Maresca, with Palmer’s form making them a serious threat in the Premier League title race. Brighton, despite the loss, showed resilience but will need to regroup ahead of their next match.