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Brighton vs Arsenal Stats: Head-to-Head Record and Key Insights

Brighton host Arsenal at the Amex Stadium in the Premier League on 19 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 14:00 UTC. The match is part of the 2026 Premier League Regular Season - 5, and it comes at a time when both sides have started the campaign strongly. Brighton sit 4th in the table with 7 points from 4 matches and a goal difference of +8, while Arsenal lead the league in 1st place with a perfect 12 points from 4 games and a goal difference of +7. In this context, Brighton vs Arsenal stats take on extra importance as both teams look to consolidate positions near the top.

The fixture will be played at the Amex Stadium in Brighton, where the home side have taken 4 points from their first two home outings, scoring 5 and conceding just 1. Arsenal arrive with a flawless record, winning all four league matches so far and conceding only once. With Champions League league-phase qualification places clearly in view for both clubs according to the early standings descriptions, this Brighton vs Arsenal stats preview highlights a meeting that could have significant implications for the upper end of the table.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive recent series between Brighton and Arsenal across league and cup fixtures.

  • Previous meetings: 5
  • Brighton wins: 0
  • Draws: 2
  • Arsenal wins: 3

Brighton vs Arsenal Timeline & Historical Context

The Brighton vs Arsenal timeline in the supplied data spans five competitive matches from August 2024 to March 2026, covering Premier League and League Cup encounters. Across this period, Arsenal have generally had the upper hand, but Brighton have shown they can take points off the league leaders, particularly away from home.

The earliest match in this sequence came on 31 August 2024 in the Premier League Regular Season - 3 at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal were the home side and drew 1-1 with Brighton, having led 1-0 at half-time. The next meeting was on 4 January 2025 at the American Express Stadium in the Premier League Regular Season - 20. Brighton hosted Arsenal and again the points were shared in a 1-1 draw, with Arsenal ahead 1-0 at half-time before Brighton equalised after the break.

The rivalry then moved into cup competition on 29 October 2025, when Arsenal hosted Brighton in the League Cup 4th Round at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal won 2-0, turning a 0-0 half-time scoreline into a decisive victory by full-time. Two further Premier League matches followed in the 2025 season. On 27 December 2025 in Regular Season - 18, Arsenal beat Brighton 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium, leading 1-0 at half-time and holding on despite conceding once after the interval. Most recently, on 4 March 2026 in Regular Season - 29 at the Amex Stadium, Brighton lost 1-0 at home to Arsenal, with the visitors leading 1-0 at half-time and maintaining that margin through 90 minutes. Together, these fixtures define the current Brighton vs Arsenal timeline, underlining Arsenal’s slight but clear historical edge in this period.

Brighton vs Arsenal Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Brighton vs Arsenal head-to-head breakdown from the available matches underlines Arsenal’s advantage but also shows Brighton’s ability to stay competitive on the scoresheet.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Brighton 3 - 7 Arsenal
  • Average Goals per Match: Brighton 0.60 vs Arsenal 1.40

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Amex Stadium / American Express Stadium: 2 matches played here — Brighton won 0 (as home side), Arsenal won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
  • At Emirates Stadium: 3 matches played here — Arsenal won 2 (as home side), Brighton won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

Brighton vs Arsenal Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Brighton vs Arsenal last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 4 March 2026: Brighton 0-1 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-1) – Premier League Regular Season - 29
  • 27 December 2025: Arsenal 2-1 Brighton (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 18
  • 29 October 2025: Arsenal 2-0 Brighton (Half-time: 0-0) – League Cup 4th Round
  • 4 January 2025: Brighton 1-1 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-1) – Premier League Regular Season - 20
  • 31 August 2024: Arsenal 1-1 Brighton (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 3

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Brighton Matches Results and Stats

Brighton’s recent form in the 2026 Premier League season to date shows an attacking side capable of high scoring but also one that can be exposed defensively away from home. They have taken 7 points from 4 matches with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, scoring 13 goals and conceding 5. At home, Brighton are unbeaten, with 1 win and 1 draw from 2 matches, scoring 5 and conceding just 1, suggesting a solid platform at the Amex Stadium. Their overall goal averages highlight a strong offensive output at 3.3 goals scored per game and 1.3 conceded, with clean sheets in two fixtures and no matches in which they have failed to score.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date, 4 matches)

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

Arsenal enter this fixture in outstanding form, having won all 4 of their Premier League matches in the 2026 season so far. They have collected 12 points from 4 games, scoring 8 goals and conceding only 1. Away from home, Arsenal have been perfect as well, with 2 wins from 2, scoring 3 and not conceding. Their defensive record is particularly impressive, with 3 clean sheets in 4 league fixtures and an average of just 0.3 goals conceded per game. Offensively, they average 2.0 goals scored per match, reflecting a balanced and controlled approach that has translated into maximum points.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date, 4 matches)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available Brighton vs Arsenal stats, history and current form both lean towards Arsenal. The head-to-head record from the last five competitive meetings shows Arsenal with 3 wins and 2 draws, scoring more than twice as many goals as Brighton (7 to 3). Venue trends also favour the visitors: Arsenal are unbeaten at the Amex / American Express Stadium in this period and have taken 2 wins and 1 draw from 3 matches at the Emirates Stadium. From a current-form perspective, Arsenal’s perfect start to the 2026 Premier League season, backed by a strong defensive record and consistent scoring, gives them a statistical edge. However, Brighton’s positive home record, high scoring rate, and ability to take points off Arsenal in earlier draws mean this fixture still has the profile of a competitive top-of-the-table clash where small margins could decide the outcome.

Brighton vs Arsenal H2H Statistics updated on 14 September 2026.

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