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Chelsea vs Brighton (2026-03-18T19:00:00.000Z)

WSL Round 17
  • Kingsmeadow
  • Stacey Pearson
2 - 1Full time

Chelsea vs Brighton (2026-03-18T19:00:00.000Z)


Match review

Chelsea 2-1 Brighton: Thompson stars to send holders into second

Alyssa Thompson scored and assisted for Chelsea as they defeated Brighton 2-1 to move up to second in the Women's Super League.


Momentum

    Top stats

    Ball possession
    58%
    42%
  • 1.00
    Expected goals (xG)
    0.48
  • 13
    Total shots
    8
  • 2
    Big chances
    0

Events

Alyssa Thompson (1 - 0)assist by Sandy Baltimore
13‎’‎
17‎’‎
20‎’‎
31‎’‎
34‎’‎
56‎’‎
72‎’‎
80‎’‎
7.2

Chelsea

4-2-3-1

6.2

Brighton

4-3-1-2
7.2
Chelsea
4-2-3-1
6.0
24Hampton
6.2
Brighton
4-3-1-2

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    58%
    42%
  • 1.00
    Expected goals (xG)
    0.48
  • 13
    Total shots
    8
  • 2
    Big chances
    0

Player of the Match

Alyssa Thompson
Chelsea
8.6

About the match

    Chelsea faces Brighton at Kingsmeadow on Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 19:00 UTC. This match is part of the WSL. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Chelsea and Brighton have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Chelsea vs Brighton live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Hannah Hampton - Sjoeke Nüsken, Lucy Bronze, Veerle Buurman, Sandy Baltimore - Alexia Potter, Keira Walsh - Alyssa Thompson, Wieke Kaptein, Lauren James - Agnes Beever-Jones.
    Brighton (4-3-1-2): Chiamaka Nnadozie - Rachel McLauchlan, Manuela Vanegas, Caitlin Hayes, Marisa Olislagers - Nadine Noordam, Maisie Symonds, Jelena Cankovic - Fran Kirby - Carla Camacho, Madison Haley.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Chelsea and Brighton have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Chelsea 10 win(s), Brighton 1 win(s), and 3 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Chelsea vs Brighton, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Insights

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Have kept the most clean sheets in the competition (8)

  • Chelsea haven't lost to Brighton in their last 9 meetings (7W, 2D).

  • Have scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Chiamaka Nnadozie is ranked 3 in saves per match in the competition (3.7)

  • Kiko Seike has created the most big chances for Brighton (6)

KingsmeadowKingston upon Thames, Surrey, England
Capacity5,339
Attendance2,581
48%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
11°C
  • Stacey Pearson

Who will win?


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KingsmeadowKingston upon Thames, Surrey, England
Capacity5,339
Attendance2,581
48%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
11°C

About the match

    Chelsea faces Brighton at Kingsmeadow on Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 19:00 UTC. This match is part of the WSL. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Chelsea and Brighton have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Chelsea vs Brighton live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Hannah Hampton - Sjoeke Nüsken, Lucy Bronze, Veerle Buurman, Sandy Baltimore - Alexia Potter, Keira Walsh - Alyssa Thompson, Wieke Kaptein, Lauren James - Agnes Beever-Jones.
    Brighton (4-3-1-2): Chiamaka Nnadozie - Rachel McLauchlan, Manuela Vanegas, Caitlin Hayes, Marisa Olislagers - Nadine Noordam, Maisie Symonds, Jelena Cankovic - Fran Kirby - Carla Camacho, Madison Haley.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Chelsea and Brighton have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Chelsea 10 win(s), Brighton 1 win(s), and 3 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Chelsea vs Brighton, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Insights

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Have kept the most clean sheets in the competition (8)

  • Chelsea haven't lost to Brighton in their last 9 meetings (7W, 2D).

  • Have scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Chiamaka Nnadozie is ranked 3 in saves per match in the competition (3.7)

  • Kiko Seike has created the most big chances for Brighton (6)

Who will win?