Tottenham are set to roll out the welcome mat one last time this season, hosting Brighton in what promises to be a party disguised as a Premier League fixture.
With the Europa League secured and silverware finally back in the cabinet, Sunday’s clash at Hotspur Stadium is shaping up more like a victory lap than a high-stakes showdown.
The good vibes are still flowing after the Lilywhites pulled off a gritty 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao, lifting their first trophy since 2008 and making good on Ange Postecoglou’s bold claim that season two would bring success.
That midweek triumph sparked wild celebrations, including an impromptu pitch invasion during a fan watch party — and with Spurs wrapping up their home campaign, don’t be surprised if the atmosphere turns into another street festival in the stands.
While the league campaign itself has been one to forget — with Spurs currently parked in 17th — the recent European heroics have given supporters a reason to smile. The final whistle on Sunday will likely cue the confetti, regardless of the scoreline.
As for Brighton, the trip to North London feels more like a formality than a make-or-break encounter. Technically, the Seagulls could still sneak into next year’s Conference League, but that would require a minor miracle — including a Chelsea collapse in both their league match at Forest and the Conference League final against Real Betis.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Tottenham vs. Brighton live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Peacock
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in the United States. Streaming options are available on Peacock.
What time does Tottenham vs. Brighton kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England and kicks off on Sunday, May 25 at 4:00 p.m. local time (BST).
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sun, May 25 | 11:00 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sun, May 25 | 10:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sun, May 25 | 9:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sun, May 25 | 8:00 a.m. |
Tottenham vs. Brighton predicted lineups, team news
The only hiccup in an otherwise storybook night for Tottenham in Bilbao was Richarlison limping off midway through the second half — another unwelcome chapter in his injury-riddled season. Still, the Brazilian showed no signs of slowing down when the party kicked off after the final whistle, celebrating like a man with no limp in sight.
Even so, it would raise eyebrows if Richarlison — or many of Wednesday’s heavy lifters — were tossed straight back into the fray on Sunday. That said, Spurs might be skating on thin ice in midfield, which could leave Pape Sarr, Yves Bissouma, and Rodrigo Bentancur logging more minutes than they’d probably prefer in the season finale.
The treatment table remains a crowded place. Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, and Radu Dragusin are all nursing knee issues, while Timo Werner’s thigh and Dane Scarlett’s groin are keeping them sidelined. Lucas Bergvall made the trip to Bilbao but is still battling an ankle problem, and barring a miracle, he’ll watch Sunday’s match from the stands.
Tottenham predicted XI (4-4-2, right to left): Kinsky (GK) — Spence, Danso, Davies, Reguilon — Odobert, Gray, Bissouma, Moore — Tel, Son.
Injured: Richarlison, Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, Radu Dragusin, Timo Werner.
Suspended: None.
While Tottenham may be sweating over one sidelined Brazilian, Brighton have gone a step further by showing theirs the door. Joao Pedro has been dropped from the squad entirely after a fiery training-ground dust-up with Jan Paul van Hecke turned heads and soured spirits.
Manager Fabian Hürzeler didn’t hesitate to wield the axe, even with Georginio Rutter still shelved due to a nagging foot issue. That’s not the end of the Seagulls’ injury saga either — James Milner (thigh), Ferdi Kadioglu (toe), and Solly March (knee) are still on the mend, while both Tariq Lamptey (knee) and Jason Steele (finger) remain on the fence for Sunday’s trip.
In Pedro’s absence against Liverpool, Brajan Gruda seized the spotlight with a slick assist for Yasin Ayari’s opener, showing he’s no stranger to stepping up when the stage is set. Kaoru Mitoma, meanwhile, made his mark coming off the bench by scoring his 10th league goal of the season — and now looks poised to take over from Simon Adingra in the starting lineup.
Brighton predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Verbruggen (GK) — Wieffer, Webster, Van Hecke, Estupinan — Baleba, Ayari — Minteh, Gruda, Mitoma — Welbeck.
Injured: Georginio Rutter, James Milner, Ferdi Kadioglu, Solly March, Tariq Lamptey, Jason Steele.
Suspended: None.
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Sunday, May 25
- Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace (11:00 a.m.)
- Manchester United vs. Aston Villa (11:00 a.m.)
- Newcastle United vs. Everton (11:00 a.m.)
- Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea (11:00 a.m.)
- Southampton vs. Arsenal (11:00 a.m.)
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (11:00 a.m.)
- AFC Bournemouth vs. Leicester City (11:00 a.m.)
- Wolves vs. Brentford (11:00 a.m.)
- Fulham vs. Man City (11:00 a.m.)
- Ipswich Town vs. West Ham United (11:00 a.m.)
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