Football Meister Logo Play for free →

Brighton Hove vs Everton — Premier League Prediction 31 January 2026

Brighton Hove
Brighton Hove
Premier League
1
VS
1
schedule 31 Jan, 15:00 · Referee: Chris Kavanagh (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 30 May 2026

Everton
Everton
Final result
1 – 1
CoachAI prediction
1 – 1
★ Exact score!
Kickoff in

Coach AI predicts a score of 1-1 for Brighton Hove vs Everton in the Premier League. Brighton Hove is the favourite with a 51% win probability. Everton has a 23% chance of winning and 26% ends in a draw. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

lightbulb

Brighton Hove vs Everton

This is a mid-table battle (10th vs 12th) where both teams are struggling for wins but proving difficult to beat. The match is officiated by Chris Kavanagh, who has a high card frequency (4.12 per game), which could penalize Everton’s aggressive breaking of play (60 fouls in 5 games). Weather conditions at the Amex are expected to be cold (46°F) with light rain, potentially hindering Brighton's slick passing game and favoring Everton's direct approach.

analytics

Match Scenario's

Three most likely match scenarios

55%
35%
40%
analytics
explore

Scenario Explanation

1 or 1-0 away patterns. Probability: Draw (35%), Brighton Win (40%), Everton Win (25%). The Value Tip is Under 2.5 goals or the 'Everton/Draw Double Chance,' as the market often overrates Brighton's shot volume without accounting for their current clinical drought. A 1-1 draw is the most statistically backed outcome based on xG trends and H2H resilience.
table_chart

Current Standings

Position in the competition

Pos Team Pld W D L GD Pts
6 AFC Bournemouth 38 13 18 7 +4 57
7 Sunderland AFC 38 14 12 12 -6 54
8 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 38 14 11 13 +6 53
9 Brentford FC 38 14 11 13 +3 53
10 Chelsea FC 38 14 10 14 +6 52
11 Fulham FC 38 15 7 16 -4 52
12 Newcastle United FC 38 14 7 17 -2 49
13 Everton FC 38 13 10 15 -3 49
14 Leeds United FC 38 11 14 13 -7 47
15 Crystal Palace FC 38 11 12 15 -10 45
Brighton Hove
Everton

Projected xG by CoachAI

1.68

Home xG

1.15

Away xG

Upset Chance

Medium

Risk of unexpected result

Brighton Hove Recent Form — Last 5

1 W · 3 D · 1 L
24/1 Fulham FC 2-1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC L 1.55
19/1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 1-1 AFC Bournemouth D 1.75
7/1 Manchester City FC 1-1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC D
3/1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 2-0 Burnley FC W
30/12 West Ham United FC 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion FC D

Everton Recent Form — Last 5

2 W · 2 D · 1 L
26/1 Everton FC 1-1 Leeds United FC D 1.42
18/1 Aston Villa FC 0-1 Everton FC W 1.25
7/1 Everton FC 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC D
4/1 Everton FC 2-4 Brentford FC L
30/12 Nottingham Forest FC 0-2 Everton FC W
bolt

Key Factors

sports_soccer 1

Everton's elite away defensive metrics: 5 clean sheets in their last 6 away matches and 3 consecutive wins on the road.

trending_up 2

Brighton's finishing inefficiency: Averaging 12.8 shots per match but consistently underperforming xG (1.55-1.75 range) in recent draws.

person 3

Tactical clash: Brighton's high possession and pressing (low PPDA) vs David Moyes' disciplined low block and reliance on Thierno Barry's high-conversion counter-attacks (50% conversion rate).

medical_services

Injuries & Absentees

Brighton is hampered by the absence of Mats Wieffer (toe) and Solly March (knee), which reduces their midfield control and width versatility. Everton faces a massive creative void with Jack Grealish (foot) sidelined, likely forcing them into a more pragmatic, defensive setup. However, the return of Michael Keane to partner James Tarkowski solidifies a defense that has conceded the 2nd fewest goals in the league this season.

Play along in the app!

Think you know better than Coach AI? Create your own league and predict this match in Football Meister.

Start your free league →

Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Brighton Hove vs Everton?

Coach AI predicts a score of 1-1 with a win probability of 51% for Brighton Hove, 26% draw and 23% for Everton.

What is the recent form of Brighton Hove and Everton?

Brighton Hove form (last 5): 1W-3D-1L. Everton form (last 5): 2W-2D-1L.

What are the injury and suspension updates for Brighton Hove vs Everton?

Brighton is hampered by the absence of Mats Wieffer (toe) and Solly March (knee), which reduces their midfield control and width versatility. Everton faces a massive creative void with Jack Grealish (foot) sidelined, likely forcing them into a more pragmatic, defensive setup. However, the return of Michael Keane to partner James Tarkowski solidifies a defense that has conceded the 2nd fewest goals in the league this season.

What are the current standings for Brighton Hove and Everton in the Premier League?

Brighton Hove are 8th in the Premier League with 53 points from 38 games. Everton are 13th with 49 points from 38 games.

What time does Brighton Hove vs Everton kick off?

Brighton Hove vs Everton kicks off on Saturday, 31 January 2026 at 16:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Brighton Hove vs Everton?

The referee for Brighton Hove vs Everton in the Premier League is Chris Kavanagh.

What are the key factors for Brighton Hove vs Everton?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Brighton Hove vs Everton: 1. Everton's elite away defensive metrics: 5 clean sheets in their last 6 away matches and 3 consecutive wins on the road. 2. Brighton's finishing inefficiency: Averaging 12.8 shots per match but consistently underperforming xG (1.55-1.75 range) in recent draws. 3. Tactical clash: Brighton's high possession and pressing (low PPDA) vs David Moyes' disciplined low block and reliance on Thierno Barry's high-conversion counter-attacks (50% conversion rate)..

How does Coach AI predict this match?

Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.

How often are these football predictions updated?

Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.

How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?

Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction — significantly above the market average.

What is Coach AI's track record?

Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.

What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.