Everton's new era is set to kick off in Gameweek 2 of the Premier League when they play host to Brighton at their newly constucted stadium, the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday.
The Toffees' Premier League 2025/26 campaign began with a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Leeds United at Elland Road. Despite early optimism under David Moyes, the Toffees lacked sharpness in attack and failed to find a response after conceding, leaving fans disappointed with the opener.
On Sunday, Everton play their first league game at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, their new home at Bramley-Moore Dock. The occasion is historic for the club, and Dyche’s men will aim to mark it with a strong performance and secure three points in front of a lively crowd.
Brighton, meanwhile, were denied victory on opening weekend after Rodrigo Muniz’s late goal earned Fulham a 1-1 draw. Fabian Hurzeler’s side showed plenty of attacking promise in that match and will look to carry that momentum into their first away trip of the season.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Everton vs. Brighton live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
TV channel: USA Network
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What time does Everton vs. Brighton kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, England and kicks off on Sunday, August 24 at 2:00 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sunday, August 24 | 9:00 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sunday, August 24 | 8:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sunday, August 24 | 7:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sunday, August 24 | 6:00 a.m. |
Everton vs. Brighton lineups, team news
Everton will continue to miss star defender Jarrad Branthwaite, who is out with a hamstring injury. Michael Keane is expected to keep his place in the backline.
Nathan Patterson and Vitalii Mykolenko also remain doubtful for this fixture as James Garner is expected to start at left-back. Meanwhile Jack Grealish could start for Everton at home after coming off the bench in the second half against Leeds.
The former Manchester City man will look to pair up with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Illman Ndiaye to handle the creative outlet for David Moyes' men whereas Beto will look to lead the lines with Thierno Barry starting from the bench.
Everton predicted starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Pickford (GK); O'Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Garner; Gueye, Iroegbunam; Grealish, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Beto
Injured: Branthwaite (hamstring), Patterson (groin), Mykolenko (doubtful).
Suspended: None
Hurzeler has far more injury concerns than his counterpart as the likes of Adam Webster, Solly March and Tariq Lamptey are sidelined with injuries and will miss this fixture. Whereas Julio Enciso has moved on from Brighton and has joined BlueCo owned Ligue 1 club Strasbourg.
Hurzeler has shown trust in Jan Paul van Hecke and Lewis Dunk at the heart of the defense while new signing Maxim De Cuyper, who had a decent debut against Fulham is expected to start in left-back position.
Manchester United target Carlos Baleba could play a big role in determining Brighton's authority in the middle of the park. Matt O'Riley, Kaoru Mitoma and Yankuba Minteh will be responsible for creating chances for Georginio Rutter, who is expected to start upfront.
Brighton & Hove Albion starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Verbruggen (GK); Wieffer, van Hecke, Dunk, De Cuyper; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, O'Riley, Mitoma; Rutter
Injured: March (knee), Hinshelwood (knock), Webster (knee), Kostoulas (match fitness issues)
Suspended: None.
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times are ET
Friday, August 22
- West Ham vs. Chelsea (3 p.m.)
Saturday, August 23
- Man City vs. Tottenham (7:30 a.m.)
- Bournemouth vs. Wolves (10 a.m.)
- Brentford vs. Aston Villa (10 a.m.)
- Burnley vs. Sunderland (10 a.m.)
- Arsenal vs. Leeds (12:30 p.m.)
Sunday, August 24
- Crystal Palace vs. Nottingham Forest (9 a.m.)
- Everton vs. Brighton (9 a.m.)
- Fulham vs. Man United (11:30 a.m.)
Monday, August 25
- Newcastle vs. Liverpool (3 p.m.)