Alious “Brighton Will Do It” – Ian Wright Backs Seagulls Over Chelsea as Carragher Predicts Blues Fightback
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has weighed in on Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League clash with Brighton, predicting a tough afternoon for Enzo Maresca’s side.
The Blues have endured a frustrating run of form, losing to Bayern Munich, falling to a struggling Manchester United, and scraping past League One outfit Lincoln City in midweek after trailing at half-time. This poor stretch has reignited criticism from supporters and pundits alike.
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has already voiced concerns over the club’s transfer strategy, claiming that defensive and goalkeeping weaknesses remain unaddressed despite heavy summer spending. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, reports suggest friction between manager Maresca and the board, with the Italian unhappy about missing key signings during the window.
With pressure mounting, Chelsea desperately need a result against Brighton to steady the ship. However, Wright isn’t convinced.
“Brighton are going to beat them,” he insisted during the Super 6 segment on *Stick to Football*. “From what I’ve seen, I’d side with Brighton.”
Offering a different perspective, Jamie Carragher believes Chelsea will finally get back on track. The former Liverpool defender has tipped them to edge out the Seagulls with a 2-1 win—an unusually optimistic prediction from a pundit who is rarely complimentary about the Blues.
For Chelsea fans, the hope is simple: that Carragher’s faith proves right and Wright’s doubts are silenced, as Saturday’s match could be pivotal in shifting the mood around Stamford Bridge.
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