Premier League 2025-2026: Wolves vs Brighton Prediction

Wolves

Home Team
33%
VS

Brighton

Away Team
43%
Draw: 24%
Over 2.5: 49%
Under 2.5: 51%
Goal: 55%
No Goal: 45%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Liverpool 6 5 0 1 12 7 5 15
2 Arsenal 6 4 1 1 12 3 9 13
3 Crystal Palace 6 3 3 0 8 3 5 12
4 Tottenham 6 3 2 1 11 4 7 11
5 Sunderland 6 3 2 1 7 4 3 11
6 Bournemouth 6 3 2 1 8 7 1 11
7 Man City 6 3 1 2 14 6 8 10
8 Chelsea 6 2 2 2 11 8 3 8
9 Everton 6 2 2 2 7 6 1 8
10 Brighton 6 2 2 2 9 9 0 8
11 Fulham 6 2 2 2 7 8 -1 8
12 Leeds 6 2 2 2 6 9 -3 8
13 Brentford 6 2 1 3 9 11 -2 7
14 Man United 6 2 1 3 7 11 -4 7
15 Newcastle 6 1 3 2 4 5 -1 6
16 Aston Villa 6 1 3 2 4 6 -2 6
17 Nott'm Forest 6 1 2 3 5 10 -5 5
18 Burnley 6 1 1 4 6 13 -7 4
19 West Ham 6 1 1 4 6 14 -8 4
20 Wolves 6 0 1 5 4 13 -9 1

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Wolves

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.01
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.60
# Clean Sheets: 0

Brighton

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.73
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.76
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Wolves and Brighton sees the away team, Brighton, as slight favorites with a 43.0% probability of winning. Wolves, positioned at the bottom of the Premier League standings, have a 33.0% chance of securing their first win of the season. Additionally, a draw stands at a 24.0% probability. The match is predicted to feature fewer than 2.5 goals, with the probability of such an outcome at 49.0%. Brighton, currently sitting 10th in the league, will look to capitalize on their stronger form in comparison to Wolves.

Match Analysis

Wolves have been struggling this season, managing only one point from their first six games. Their recent performances include a draw against Tottenham and losses to Leeds and Newcastle. They have been consistently conceding goals, with an average of 3.33 goals let in per game over the last five. Despite creating chances, highlighted by an expected goals (xG) average of 1.01, they have failed to convert these opportunities into victories. In contrast, Brighton has shown more resilience, earning a win against Chelsea and a draw against Tottenham in their last three matches. However, they did face a setback with a loss to Bournemouth. Brighton's offensive capabilities are reflected in their average of 1.33 goals per game, and their xG of 1.73 suggests they have been creating ample scoring chances. Their defense, though, needs tightening, as they concede an average of 1.67 goals per game.

Final Prediction

Brighton's position in the mid-table and their recent form make them favorites against a struggling Wolves side. The key factor to watch in this match will be Brighton's ability to convert their attacking potential into goals, while Wolves will need to tighten up defensively to have a chance at securing points. Brighton's recent performances suggest they have the edge, especially given Wolves' defensive vulnerabilities.