Adam MacDonald previews Everton vs Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday 24th August.Brighton & Hove Albion head to Merseyside this Sunday looking to make history as they take on Everton at the Toffees’ brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium. Kick-off is at 2pm, and Albion fans will be eager to see whether their side can spoil Everton’s big day by grabbing all three points in the Premier League.Fabian Hurzeler has given an important team news update ahead of the game. Jack Hinshelwood has trained fully this week and is back in contention, while Carlos Baleba is edging closer to full fitness after several weeks out. The midfielder isn’t quite ready for 90 minutes yet, but Hurzeler confirmed he could feature. Solly March and Adam Webster remain unavailable, but otherwise Brighton travel with a strong squad.Everton, managed by David Moyes, are already under pressure after a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Leeds United on the opening weekend. The Toffees conceded 21 shots in that match, raising concerns about their defence, and their recent record in home openers doesn’t inspire confidence. They have lost their first Premier League home game in each of the last three seasons, including a 3-0 defeat to Brighton at Goodison Park just last year.The head-to-head record is encouraging for Seagulls supporters. After losing their first four league trips to Everton, Brighton are now unbeaten in their last four visits, winning three. They ended the 2024/25 campaign with back-to-back away victories, and another win on Sunday would make it three on the bounce for the first time since January 2023 – when, coincidentally, the third win also came away at Everton.Key players to watch include Maxim De Cuyper, Kaoru Mitoma, Yankuba Minteh and Jan Paul van Hecke, who ALL impressed against Fulham on the opening day. Van Hecke’s ability to break opposition lines with his passing will be crucial in finding space against Everton’s defence. Up front, Danny Welbeck has an outstanding record against the Toffees, with five goals and five assists in 18 appearances. He has also scored in his last two away starts at Goodison Park, making him a real threat once again.Brighton fans searching for Everton v Brighton preview, Brighton team news, or Premier League predictions will be keeping a close eye on this one – a chance for the Seagulls to shine on a historic afternoon at Everton’s new stadium.Contact: [email protected]