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Brighton and Leeds United football relations

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In August 2026, Dutch defender Pascal Struijk transferred from Leeds United to Brighton, citing the club’s tactical identity and player development as key factors in his decision. By early September 2026, the two clubs were scheduled to face each other in a Premier League match at the Amex ~~Stadium.~~ Stadium on September 5. Brighton entered the fixture following a high-scoring 4-3 loss to Chelsea, ~~while~~ despite a previous 4-0 opening win against Aston Villa. Leeds United maintained an unbeaten start to the 2026-27 season following victories against Nottingham Forest and a draw with Brentford. Heading into the match, Brighton held a significant historical advantage, having not lost to Leeds in their last ten home league encounters. ~~As the September 5 match approaches, both~~ Both squads ~~face~~ faced availability ~~issues.~~ issues: Brighton is was missing ~~several key players, including~~ Kaoru Mitoma, Yankuba Minteh, Mats Wieffer, and Evan Ferguson, though new signing Chema Andres may ~~make~~ have made his debut. Leeds United ~~will be~~ was without defender Joe Rodon due to a hamstring injury, with Tarik Muharemović expected to ~~start~~ start. Historically, encounters between these two teams have been characterized by attacking, possession-based football, with Brighton aiming for ~~the visitors.~~ European competition while Leeds ~~continues~~ United works to ~~face a historical challenge at the Amex, having never won at~~ maintain its position in the ~~venue.~~ top flight.

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