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August 28, 2025

Brighton vs Man City EPL 2025: Predicted Lineups & Team News

Brighton vs Man City EPL 2025: Predicted Lineups & Team News
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The 2025 EPL fixture between Brighton and Manchester City should be one of the season's premier fixtures. Manchester City is continuing their quest to be champions again under Pep Guardiola, while Brighton is turning mainstream interest into the belief that it can take on the best in the business. 

Brighton fans want to find out the Brighton vs Man City team news, injury updates and team news. It is live in Bangladesh on tapmad, the official home of the Premier League 2025.

Brighton Team News

The best attacking team’s title now belongs to Brighton in the league. Their courageous style of play means they won't just sit back, even when playing City.

Injury updates: Defensive injury doubts persist; however, nearly all their key attacking players remain fit.

Squad Notes: Kaoru Mitoma remains the star man on the wing, and Pascal Groß keeps on leading the way in midfield. João Pedro's form gives them another attacking option.

Strengths: They are capable of quick transitions, they can create from wide areas and they can press strongly.

Predicted Brighton XI (4-2-3-1):
Bart Verbruggen (GK); Tariq Lamptey, Lewis Dunk, Jan Paul van Hecke, Pervis Estupiñán; Billy Gilmour, Pascal Groß; Kaoru Mitoma, João Pedro, Simon Adingra; Evan Ferguson.

Manchester City Team News

City remain the team to beat in the Premier League. Their depth allows Guardiola to rotate, but his core stars rarely miss the big games.

  • Injury Updates: Kevin De Bruyne has returned to full fitness, while the squad is otherwise strong. Guardiola may rest a few regulars, but the front line is expected to be full strength.
     
  • Squad Notes: Erling Haaland continues to dominate as City’s main striker, with Phil Foden increasingly becoming a game-changer. Rodri remains the midfield anchor.
     
  • Strengths: Dominant possession play, clinical finishing, and the ability to control games in all areas of the pitch.

Predicted Man City XI (4-3-3):
Ederson (GK); Kyle Walker, Rúben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, Nathan Aké; Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva; Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, Jack Grealish.

Why This Match Matters

For City: Another chance to show their superiority and extend their title race momentum.

For Brighton: A chance to show they can replicate challenging top-six clubs over a season and serve their European ambitions.

For Fans: A match featuring world-class stars against one of the Premier League's most ambitious underdogs.

Broadcast & Streaming Guide

The Brighton vs Man City EPL 2025 match will be shown worldwide:

  • UK: Sky Sports / TNT Sports
     
  • USA: NBC Sports / Peacock
     
  • MENA: beIN SPORTS
     
  • India: Star Sports / Disney+ Hotstar
     
  • Bangladesh: Watch the Brighton vs Man City playing XI in action live only on tapmad, the exclusive Premier League streaming partner.

Conclusion

The Brighton vs Man City EPL 2025 showdown is set to be an intriguing clash of styles. Brighton’s bravery and energy will meet City’s ruthless efficiency, with both sides boasting plenty of stars. From Mitoma and Ferguson to Haaland and De Bruyne, this fixture promises goals and tactical battles. For Bangladeshi fans, the entire game will be live and exclusive on tapmad, your go-to platform for Premier League football.