Premier League: Kickoff for the Double Gameweek

The first double gameweek of the season is here, bringing Premier League action on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday – before the excitement resumes the following Saturday. Topping the bill is Sunday’s clash at Anfield between reigning champions Manchester City and league leaders Liverpool. But before then, fans can look forward to plenty of intriguing fixtures. The action begins with a South Coast showdown as Brighton hosts Southampton, where the home team enters as firm favorites.

Brighton vs. Southampton: A Closer Look

Venue: Amex Stadium
Date: Friday, 8 PM (local time)

Brighton is riding high after their best-ever Premier League start. Last weekend, Joao Pedro and Kaoru Mitoma found the net to secure Albion’s sixth victory of the season. Despite Carlos Baleba’s red card in the second half, Brighton’s defense held firm to fend off a relentless Bournemouth. Captain Lewis Dunk is expected to return after a lengthy injury absence, and Tariq Lamptey is also back in the squad for the first time since October. Notably, Brighton remains unbeaten at the Amex this season, even against heavyweights like Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, and Nottingham Forest.

Southampton, meanwhile, continues to struggle. Despite leading Liverpool 2-1 with just over 20 minutes left last week, defensive errors ultimately led to their tenth loss in 12 matches this season. Under manager Russell Martin, the Saints have managed only one win in their last 25 Premier League games – a solitary victory against Everton. They’ve also lost their last nine away matches. Injuries compound their woes, with Aaron Ramsdale, Jan Bednarek, Will Smallbone, Ross Stewart, Juan Larios, and Adam Lallana sidelined.

Betting Tips for Brighton vs. Southampton

Prediction: Brighton to win, with plenty of goals expected

Brighton enters as overwhelming favorites, thanks to their impressive form and home advantage. Southampton has shown improvement in patches, notably pushing Manchester City and Liverpool close, but their defensive fragility remains their Achilles’ heel. Against Brighton's high-tempo attack, Southampton’s defensive naivety could prove costly.

Recommended Bet Builder (3 units on Betsson):

*Brighton to win
*Over 2.5 goals in the match
*Joao Pedro to score

Premier League Fixtures for the Double Gameweek

Friday
8:00 PM: Brighton vs. Southampton

Saturday

3:00 PM: Brentford vs. Leicester

3:00 PM: Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle

3:00 PM: Nottingham Forest vs. Ipswich

3:00 PM: Wolves vs. Bournemouth

5:30 PM: West Ham vs. Arsenal

Sunday

1:30 PM: Chelsea vs. Aston Villa

1:30 PM: Manchester United vs. Everton

3:30 PM: Tottenham vs. Fulham

4:00 PM: Liverpool vs. Manchester City

Stay tuned for a week packed with thrilling Premier League action – And stay tuned to The Tipster, where we’ll continuously share betting tips for the numerous matches in the days ahead!