Xabi Alonso will take charge of his first Premier League home game with Chelsea when they face Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon.

Chelsea are looking for back-to-back wins to begin the Premier League season after their 3-2 win over Fulham on Monday night.

Brighton's visit to the capital rounds off a three-game week, and Alonso will be keen to end it with a win to wrap up a 100 per cent winning start to life as Chelsea manager.

Fabian Hürzeler's side are also in a buoyant mood as they look to continue their impressive form against Chelsea. Brighton have won both of their last two games by four goals and without conceding.

Brighton will fancy their chances against Chelsea, who have lost five of their last eight against the Seagulls (W3). Brighton have won their last three league games against the Blues, netting exactly three goals each time. The last team to score 3+ goals in four consecutive league games against Chelsea were West Ham between 1972 and 1974.

Here are all the details you need ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash against Brighton.

Date: Sunday 30th August 2026

Kick-off time: 2pm (UK)

Stadium: Stamford Bridge

Alonso has a decision to make in goal. Robert Sanchez started against Fulham, while Mike Penders came in against Luton Town for the Carabao Cup tie. The Chelsea boss has decided who will start, but he was not prepared to confirm his choice publicly. It comes after Sanchez's double error in the Blues' win over Fulham.

Wesley Fofana is available for the first time this season after serving his two-game ban. Levi Colwill is expected to return to the side, with Maxence Lacroix continuing in defence.

Moises Caicedo is pushing to be in contention to play for the first time this season after returning to training this week following a minor issue. Marco Palestra is set to still be sidelined for Sunday's fixture.

Enzo Fernandez was left out against Brighton after talks with Alonso. It remains unclear if he will be available for selection amid uncertainty over his future and Manchester City interest.

Morgan Rogers, Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro are set to lead the attack for Chelsea. Danny Welbeck will be hoping to get some minutes against his former side, with the 35-year-old scoring his first goal for the club on his debut against Luton in midweek.

For viewers in the United Kingdom, the Premier League fixture will be available to watch live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Go.

United States: fuboTV, NBCSN

Chelsea 3-1 Brighton & Hove Albion