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Yankuba Minteh - Still doubtful against City Minteh (thigh) missed Saturday's win against Burnley following his dead leg and still remains a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Manchester City, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in t...

Impact Minteh missed Sunday's clash against Burnley following the dead leg he suffered against West Ham United and isn't yet fully fit according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, making him a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Manchester City. The forward is an undisputed starter on the right flank when fit for the Seagulls, therefore if he had to miss another game, his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Brajan Gruda likely playing on the right side of the attack again.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mats Wieffer - Remains out with toe injury Wieffer (toe) is still out for the time being, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Andrew James from We Are Brighton.

Impact Wieffer missed the last two games due to a toe injury that he couldn't clear yet since he won't be available for Wednesday's clash against Manchester City. The defender's next chance to feature will come against Manchester United on Sunday and his absence will force a change in the backline since he has been a regular starter for the Seagulls this season, with Joel Veltman to start in his spot on the right side of the defense.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ferdi Kadioglu - Five crosses in 2-0 win Kadioglu generated five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Burnley.

Impact Kadioglu attempted five crosses and completed three. He is also only one set-piece behind being the top set-piece taker for Brighton this season. He created three chances but was unable to start his tally of goal involvements this season.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Charalampos Kostoulas - Assists opener in 2-0 win Kostoulas assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Burnley.

Impact Kostoulas provided his first assist of the season in his first start of the year. The attacker also had a goal disallowed for a narrow offside early in the first half. The youngster also won both of his tackles and helped his side defend from the front. He also drew two fouls for the first time in the game.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Georginio Rutter - Scores opener in 2-0 win Rutter scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Burnley.

Impact Rutter scored his second goal of the season in his 15th start of the season. He came back into the starting lineup having only 18 minutes as they drew to West Ham in the previous game. This goal came from his only shot of the game, and he has only put more than one shot on target twice this season. The attacker scored five goals in 19 starts last season, but only has two in 15 this year.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Yasin Ayari - Scores second in 2-0 win Ayari scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Burnley.

Impact Ayari scored his second goal of the season as he helped secure three points in a win over Burnley. This matches his goal tally for all of last season, despite being only 20 games into this season. He has taken 14 shots in the last four games, and this goal was his only shot on target out of nine in the last three games. The midfielder also won only one of four tackles in the game, making it two tackles won out of seven attempts in the last two games.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Two saves in home clean sheet Verbruggen made two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Burnley.

Impact Verbruggen kept his fifth clean sheet of the season as he helped Brighton to a 2-0 win over Burnley. He has made at least two saves in every game since gameweek three this season. Each of his home clean sheets have come against the three newly promoted sides.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Pascal Gross - Completes Brighton return Gross has completed a return to Brighton on a contract until the end of the 2026/27 season, the club announced Friday.

Impact Gross spent the first half of the season at Dortmund, but he alternated heavily in the lineup -- he made seven starts, seven appearances off the bench and was an unused sub seven times in 21 games between the Bundesliga and the UCL. Gross should see regular minutes in Brighton's midfield right away, as he'd form an excellent partnership next to Carlos Baleba, who's out on AFCON duty with Cameroon.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Mats Wieffer - Not an option Saturday Wieffer is out for Saturday's match against Burnley due to a toe injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Mats had a small issue with his toe, so he won't be available tomor...

Impact Wieffer is hitting the sidelines for at least another match, as the defender was dealt a toe injury that is enough to leave him out for Saturday's game. Unfortunately, the club will be left without their starting right-back again, with Joey Veltman as his potential replacement again. The biggest question is whether Wieffer can make a quick turnaround, facing Manchester City in another match on Wednesday.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Yankuba Minteh - Only dealt dead leg Minteh (thigh) was only dealt a dead leg and is an option for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Yes, the scan is fine. It was just a dead le...

Impact Minteh has luckily avoided an injury after he was taken off the field early Tuesday and will be an option Saturday, only dealing with a dead leg. However, there are still some questions on if he can start or not, with the forward potentially left on the bench for caution. If this were the case, a change would be made, with Kaoru Mitoma or Brajan Gruda as potential options.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Two saves in draw Verbruggen recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against West Ham United.

Impact Verbruggen recorded a minimum of two saves for a 17th consecutive outing. On the other hand, this marked the third time in four games that he conceded two goals. Up next for Brighton and Hove Albion is a meeting with Burnley on Saturday.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Nets in draw Welbeck scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against West Ham United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 37...

Impact Welbeck buried his eighth goal of the season by converting on a penalty kick in the 32nd minute. This marked his first start since December 7, and his 12th in 18 appearances on the season. He certainly looked in solid form while racking up at least three shots in a match for a fifth time on the year. He also accounted for a a chance created for the first time in three showings.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Veltman - Scores in 2-2 game Veltman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against West Ham United.

Impact Veltman picked up his first goal of the season, and his first in the EPL since 2023, as he knocked one in from close range after a corner. He also dished a season-high 31 completed passes. On the other side, he stepped up to tie his season highs with three tackles won and three interceptions.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ferdi Kadioglu - Eight crosses in draw Kadioglu generated two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 2-2 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact Kadioglu set a season high with his eight crosses in the match, while this was the sixth time this season that he sent at least five. His three chances created also marked a season high, and he is up to six over the last four games. Additionally, his shot on target was his first in six appearances.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Yankuba Minteh - Subs off injured against West Ham Minteh suffered a potential thigh injury that prevented him from completing Tuesday's game versus West Ham, Andy Naylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact Minteh went down with the injury after attempting one shot and winning a penalty kick over 58 minutes on the pitch Tuesday. He's now at risk of missing upcoming fixtures, but the severity of his situation remains unknown. The attacker has been a reliable source of shots and crosses while recording one goal and four assists in the current campaign. However, Brajan Gruda could take his place on the right wing in the event of a serious issue.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma - Selected for bench Mitoma (illness) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against West Ham.

Impact Mitoma was likely to be an option for Tuesday and is with the team, as the attacker is recovered rom his illness. His main goal moving forward will be to get back into a starting role, as he started in the first six games of the season before an injury, only appearing off the bench twice since then.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brighton & Hove Albion vs. West Ham United Prediction, Odds, Picks - Dec 30

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DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Data Skrive

Brighton & Hove Albion vs. West Ham United Prediction, Odds, Picks - Dec 30

Where to Watch West Ham United vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream - Bleacher Nation Two clubs in the bottom half of the Premier League table, West Ham United (18th) and Brighton & Hove Albion (13th), meet on Tuesday at 2:30...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Danny Welbeck - Ready for starting time Welbeck is ready for starting minutes after returning from injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "We hope so. We have to see today (Monday), but I think he will be an optio...

Impact Welbeck appeared off the bench for 15 minutes in his return Saturday, recovering from a back injury. However, he is now ready for starting time again after the short cameo, a spot he has held in 11 of his 17 appearances this campaign. With Kaoru Mitoma still recovering from injuries and yet to start since the first few weeks of the season, this is a major addition back for the club.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solly March - Training with U21s March (knee) has begun to train with the U21s and is close to integrating into the team, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Good. He's doing some training sessions with our U21...

Impact March was likely to be nearing a return to start January, and is seeing great steps in his recovery, with the midfielder back training with the U21s. That said, his return to first-team training is not far, likely needing a week or two more to recover. He is yet to appear this season, so this is encouraging for the midfielder.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma - Option for Tuesday Mitoma (illness) is an option for Tuesday's match against West Ham, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Derren Howard of Sussex World.

Impact Mitoma was battling an illness and missed the last match, but is set for his return this week, making the short turnaround to face West Ham. This is huge news for the club after only returning from injury three games ago, hoping to start to ramp up his minutes. He has yet to start since returning, likely to earn back that role in the coming games, starting in all six games to open the season.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Georginio Rutter - Responsible for own goal Rutter generated an own goal, one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Arsenal.

Impact Rutter's own goal was ultimately the difference in the game for Arsenal, and cost the Seagulls one point. Rutter will try to make up for his effort Tuesday against West Ham, a team which has leaked two goals per game on average in EPL play.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yasin Ayari - Struggles in front of goal Ayari generated four shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Arsenal.

Impact Ayari was not able to put any of his attempts on the frame, and the midfielder didn't do much else in terms of service offensively. He has a good chance to recover from this showing against West Ham on Tuesday, as the Hammers have a -17 goal differential thanks to 36 goals conceded in 18 EPL games.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Gomez - Puts away lone shot Diego Gomez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal.

Impact The midfielder scored on his lone shot of the game to give Brighton some hope in the second half but couldn't muster much else. He has a favorable matchup coming up on Tuesday against West Ham, a team which has allowed 36 goals this season.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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