Brighton vs Everton – Sunday 15th October 2017 – 13:30 

Brighton are 9/4 with Glenn Murray and Isaiah Brown at 13/2 to score first.

Brighton face Everton at the AMEX Stadium on Sunday afternoon, in the first of two Sunday fixtures.

The Seagulls come into this match in mixed form, losing their last match 2-0 against Arsenal prior to the international break.

Nacho Monreal (16) proved to be the unlikely source for the Gunner's first goal, his first since the 2013 season.

A more familiar name joined the score sheet, with Alex Iwobi (56) scoring Arsenal's second midway through the second half.

Despite the scoreline, there were plenty of chances created by both sides, but the Gunners were completely dominant.

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Tough Follow Up

It will be a tough season for Chris Hughton, with the club being automatically promoted from the Championship.

They have had a tough start with just seven points from their opening seven Premier League fixtures.

The Seagulls have lost three of their last four games, the other was a 1-0 win against Newcastle, they are currently 14th in the Premier League.

Hughton will be looking to secure his third win as Brighton manager in the Premier League.

Seagulls Underdogs

Brighton come into this match as the underdogs, with Everton's pedigree informing the bookies.

Chris Hughton's men will be looking to secure their third win, with a tough yet solid start so far this season.

The Seagulls will be looking to register only their second league win against Everton.

Poor Form

Ronald Koeman's side come into this match on the back of a 1-0 loss against Burnley, a poor result for the Toffees.

Jeff Hendrick scored the only goal of the game on Super Sunday (21), with the midfielder finishing a flowing move in midway through the first half.

It was another poor performance from Everton who are really struggling for form and consistency at the moment, they will be looking to produce a much-needed win against Brighton.

 

Wins Needed

Everton had an excellent campaign last season and started the season strongly, but the last few matches in the PL have been tough.

They have suffered heavy defeats against Manchester United and Atalanta as well as the narrow defeat against Burnley.

A hard fought win against Bournemouth showed character but the Burnley defeat is another fresh setback in a season.

They face a tough test in the form of Brighton, who are scrapping for every point in the Premier League.

 

Toffees Favourites

Ronald Koeman's side come into this match as favourites, despite their poor run of form.

The Dutchman will be looking for another response from his side, with wins now needed to help salvage their stuttering season.

Everton will be looking for their fifth win in nine matches against Brighton.

Everton are 7/5 with Wayne Rooney at 9/2 to open the scoring.

 

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Betting Tips

Tip 1 – Niasse to score first @ 5/1

Tip 2 – 1-1 draw @ 9/2

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