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Brighton vs Arsenal Stats: Head-to-head Record Before September Clash

Brighton host Arsenal at the Amex Stadium in the Premier League on 19 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 14:00 UTC. The fixture is part of the 2026 Premier League Regular Season - 5 round, and it brings together two sides starting the campaign strongly in England’s top flight.

Arsenal arrive as league leaders with 12 points from 4 matches, a perfect record built on 8 goals scored and only 1 conceded. Brighton sit 4th with 7 points from 4 games, boasting 13 goals scored and a goal difference of +8. With both teams in the Champions League qualification places at this stage, the stakes are high, and interest in Brighton vs Arsenal stats will be intense as supporters look for edges in what could be a key early-season clash.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record between Brighton and Arsenal in recent competitive fixtures shows Arsenal holding the upper hand, with several tight encounters.

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

Brighton vs Arsenal Timeline & Historical Context

The Brighton vs Arsenal timeline in the provided data spans from August 2024 to March 2026 and covers both Premier League and League Cup meetings. Across these matches, Arsenal have generally found ways to edge tight contests, while Brighton have shown they can compete, especially at home.

The sequence begins on 31 August 2024 in the Premier League at Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal drew 1-1 with Brighton (half-time 1-0). That result underlined Brighton’s capacity to take points in London. On 4 January 2025, the sides met again in the Premier League at American Express Stadium, finishing Brighton 1-1 Arsenal (half-time 0-1), another example of Brighton recovering after trailing at the interval.

Later in 2025, Arsenal asserted more control. On 29 October 2025 in the League Cup 4th Round at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal beat Brighton 2-0 (half-time 0-0), progressing in the cup with a strong second-half display. In the 2025 Premier League season, Arsenal hosted Brighton on 27 December 2025 and won 2-1 (half-time 1-0), again at Emirates Stadium. Most recently, on 4 March 2026 at Amex Stadium in the Premier League, Arsenal edged a 1-0 away victory over Brighton (half-time 0-1). Overall, the Brighton vs Arsenal timeline points to competitive matches where Arsenal have increasingly converted narrow margins into wins, particularly in league play.

Brighton vs Arsenal Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Brighton vs Arsenal stats from these five meetings show Arsenal ahead in both results and goals, though the margins are not overwhelming.

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: 3 matches played here — Brighton won 0 (as home side), Arsenal won 1 (as away side), 2 draws
  • At Emirates Stadium: 2 matches played here — Arsenal won 2 (as home side), Brighton won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

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
  • 27 December 2025: Arsenal 2-1 Brighton (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
  • 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
  • 31 August 2024: Arsenal 1-1 Brighton (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League

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 has been positive and attack-minded. Across 4 matches, they have 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, with 13 goals scored and 5 conceded. At home, Brighton have been solid, with 1 win and 1 draw from 2 matches, scoring 5 and conceding just 1. Their overall scoring rate of 3.3 goals per game and only 1.3 conceded per match underline a side that plays on the front foot but still maintains reasonable defensive control.

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

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

Arsenal’s season to date form is flawless. In 4 Premier League matches, they have 4 wins, no draws and no defeats, with 8 goals scored and only 1 conceded. Their defensive record is particularly striking, averaging just 0.3 goals against per game and keeping 3 clean sheets. Away from home, Arsenal have 2 wins from 2, scoring 3 and conceding none, which reinforces their status as a highly efficient and controlled side on their travels.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available Brighton vs Arsenal stats, Arsenal hold a clear historical and current edge. In the five recent direct meetings, Arsenal have 3 wins and 2 draws, outscoring Brighton 7-3 and winning all matches played at Emirates Stadium. At Amex Stadium and American Express Stadium, Brighton have managed two draws from three games, but Arsenal’s 1-0 victory on 4 March 2026 shows they can now convert away dominance into three points as well.

From a current form perspective, Arsenal’s perfect start, backed by an outstanding defensive record, contrasts with Brighton’s more open, high-scoring profile. Brighton’s strong attacking numbers and positive home record suggest they can trouble the league leaders, but the combination of Arsenal’s historical advantage in this fixture and their early-season consistency points towards the visitors holding the stronger statistical position heading into this Premier League clash.

Brighton vs Arsenal H2H Statistics updated on 14 September 2026.

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