Merson: Brighton title contenders if they beat Liverpool, City — SkimNews
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- Paul Merson says Brighton are 'one million per cent' title contenders if they win their next two Premier League games against Liverpool and Manchester City, citing their current form and style of play
- Brighton sit third in the Premier League table after winning four consecutive league matches and are set to face Liverpool at Anfield on October 25, 2026, live on Sky Sports
- Fabian Hurzeler's Brighton side are praised by Merson for their high-pressing, tempo-driven approach that 'suffocates' opponents, with specific acclaim for their performance against Arsenal
- Jamie Carragher draws stylistic parallels between Hurzeler’s Brighton and Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool, describing the Seagulls as aggressive, fast, and direct, though he stops short of calling them title contenders
- Liverpool have yet to win a league game at Anfield this season, giving Brighton a potential psychological edge despite their poor record in past visits to the stadium
- Brighton face Manchester City at the Etihad on October 31, 2026, just three days after meeting them in the Carabao Cup fourth round, posing a significant fixture congestion challenge
Why it matters: Brighton’s next two games carry outsized weight: a double win could shift their identity from overachievers to legitimate title challengers, altering expectations and pressure. For Liverpool and City, losses would deepen early-season scrutiny, especially with both teams already showing signs of vulnerability in form and home performance.
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