Brighton vs Aston Villa: Premier League Newcomers Face Off
Brighton & Hove Albion FC will kick off their Premier League campaign after a grueling European fixture against Tromso in the UEFA Conference League play-offs. The match ended in a goalless draw for Fabian Hurzeler's side, who will have limited recovery time before their league opener.
Brighton will take confidence from their strong pre-season form, while Aston Villa will look to make a winning start under Unai Emery after a difficult summer. The visitors finished fourth in the Premier League and won the Europa League last season but have undergone several changes to their squad.
The match details are as follows: Date - Sunday, August 23, 2026; Kick-off time - 2:00 PM BST; Venue - American Express Stadium, Falmer, Brighton. The live streaming of the match will be available on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.