Tottenham and Brighton will meet on Saturday with Thomas Frank looking to continue Spurs' solid start to the new season. The north Londoners have enjoyed an impressive opening to the campaign, winning three of their first four matches in the top-flight.
However, six points from Burnley and Manchester City were followed by a shock home defeat to Bournemouth. Despite the setback, Spurs did manage to return to winning ways after the international break.
They saw off West Ham 3-0 and beat Villarreal 1-0 in their return to the Champions League in midweek, with Frank’s side playing in Europe’s premier competition for the first time since the 2022-23 season.
Meanwhile, Fabian Hurzeler’s Brighton were beaten 2-1 by Bournemouth last time out, having stunned Man City a week earlier. The Seagulls did thrash Championship outfit Oxford United 6-0 in the League Cup but that followed a 2-0 defeat at Everton and a last-minute draw against Fulham on the opening day.
Last season, Spurs fell to the Seagulls twice. Hurzeler's side also routed them 4-1 in the final game of last season with Spurs then under the management of Ange Postecoglou.
When does Brighton vs Tottenham Hotspur kick-off?
Brighton vs Tottenham Hotspur is scheduled for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday, September 20. It will take place at the Amex Stadium.
Is Brighton vs Tottenham on TV?
No, the game will not be televised due to the traditional 3pm blackout rules in the UK. However, fans can watch highlights on Match of the Day, which will start at 10:50pm on Saturday evening.
You can view highlights of the game on the BBC Sport website from 8pm. Sky Sports will also release highlights of the game on their app and website following the final whistle.
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Franks' biggest concern is Dominic Solanke. The striker missed out on the win against Villarreal in midweek with an ankle injury and Randal Kolo Muani is now pushing for his first start, battling Richarlison for a place in the first XI.
Spurs have been riddled with a series of long-term injuries already this season. James Maddison, Radu Draugsin, Dejan Kulusevsi are all out. Kota Takai looks to be set to return to training after returning from injury but will most likely miss out.
For Brighton, Adam Webster and Solly March are sidelined with knee injuries. Mats Wieffer could also miss out with his own knee problem.
Left-back Maxim de Cuyper was brought off with an injury concern against Bournemouth. Diego Gomez missed the Oxford clash through sickness while Jack Hinshelwood could also be set for a lengthy spell out due to an ankle concern.