Brighton and Hove Albion return to Premier League action at title chasing Liverpool on Sunday March 31. The Seagulls will look to finish the season strongly, starting at Anfield, following the international break. Roberto De Zerbi’s team are eighth in the Premier League and pushing for European qualification once again, while Liverpool are second and are locked in a three-way battle for the title with Manchester City and Arsenal. One player who is ruled out for Brighton is academy graduate Jack Hinshelwood. “With the injury it’s given me time to reflect on the recent months and what I’ve achieved. I can use this time to think about the good moments and the moments I can improve.”
Here’s the early team news for Brighton and Hove Albion and Liverpool ahead of Sunday’s showdown.
5. Adam Lallana - doubt
The former Liverpool ace played almost an hour in the 1-0 win against Roma and looked good before being replaced by Buonanotte. Struggled to get fit this term and the international break could allow him time to recover. Photo: Steve Bardens
6. Adam Webster - doubt
The defender has struggled for form and fitness this term. Last played in the 3-0 loss at Fulham and just can't seem to get right physically at the moment. Should be available for selection at Liverpool, if required. Photo: Mike Hewitt
7. Joao Pedro - doubt
The 19-goal Brazil striker has been a huge miss for Brighton of late. Last featured for the Seagulls in on February 3 when he scored in the 4-1 win against Crystal Palace. Should be available to face Liverpool. Photo: Mike Hewitt
8. Trent Alexander-Arnold - out
The Liverpool playmaker has not featured since the win at Burnley on Feb 10 and the Brighton match is expected to arrive too soon. Photo: Andrew Powell