Brighton vs Wolves predictions: Chris Sutton on Premier League game

Match preview

Brighton and Wolves meet at the Amex Stadium on Saturday (5.30pm) in the Premier League with both sides looking to bounce back from disappointing results last weekend.

Brighton were beaten 3-1 at home by Aston Villa, while Wolves suffered a 2-1 defeat at Arsenal.

The Seagulls are 10th in the table, one point and one place ahead of Wolves, who have a game in hand.

Team news

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has no fresh injury concerns, but he will be without Leandro Trossard, who has joined Arsenal.

Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui could give a debut to new signing Joao Gomes, who joined the club from Flamengo on Monday.

Lopetegui has no other injury concerns, but he will be without suspended defender Nathan Collins.

Match facts

• Brighton have won three of their last five Premier League games.
• Wolves have won just one of their last five Premier League games.
• The Seagulls have scored 12 goals in their last five Premier League games.
• Wolves have conceded 11 goals in their last five Premier League games.
• Brighton have won the last two meetings between the two sides.

Predicted line-ups

Chris Sutton's prediction

This is a tough game to call. Brighton have been in good form at home, but Wolves have a good away record.

I think it will be a close game, but I'm going to back Brighton to edge it.