The focus now shifts to the Premier League, where Chelsea will look to extend their unbeaten home record, and Brighton will aim to find consistency after a mixed start to their league campaign.
Several betting options are available for the match, including both teams to score, over 2.5 goals, and Moises Caicedo making 3+ tackles.
Betting Tips
• Both teams to score: With Chelsea's defense showing signs of vulnerability and Brighton's ability to find the net in both halves of their recent games, this bet seems like a safe choice.
• Over 2.5 goals: This fixture has a history of producing high-scoring matches, and both teams have shown attacking prowess in their recent games.
• Moises Caicedo to make 3+ tackles: Caicedo has been involved in a high number of tackles in his recent Premier League appearances, and Brighton's midfield style suggests he will be busy breaking up play.
Reasoning Behind the Bets
Chelsea's defense has struggled in recent games, conceding two goals in back-to-back league matches for the first time since the spring. Brighton, on the other hand, have scored in both halves of 12 of their last 13 league games and have conceded in 16 of their last 17 Premier League games.
This suggests that both teams will have opportunities to score, making the "both teams to score" bet a likely choice.
The fixture history between Chelsea and Brighton is also notable, with seven of the last eight head-to-heads producing three or more goals. Chelsea have scored in 19 of their last 20 Premier League home games, and Brighton's attacking style has led to them conceding frequently but also threatening regularly.
Moises Caicedo has been a key player in breaking up play, making 3+ tackles in each of his last 14 Premier League appearances and leading the league in both tackles and interceptions this season.
Odds
• Chelsea: 4/5 with Bet365
• Draw: 3/1 with Bet365
• Brighton: 29/10 with Bet365