Brighton & Hove Albion Women return to The Broadfield Stadium this Sunday to face Aston Villa in the Women's Super League. The Seagulls are aiming to convert a recent draw into a first victory of the new campaign.
Their last outing was a dramatic 2-2 draw away to Birmingham City. Katie Seike scored a 95th-minute equaliser, assisted by Fran Kirby, to salvage a point after Olga Garcia had earlier pulled a goal back. That result followed a narrow 1-0 home defeat to Arsenal on the opening weekend.
Team news and recent form
Brighton's recent form reads DW from their last two matches, meaning they are unbeaten in their last two outings. The team will look to carry that momentum into the Villa clash.
Manager Mikey Harris has several selection decisions to make. The starting lineup against Birmingham featured Chiamaka Nnadozie in goal, with a back four of Mana Minami, Charli Hayes, Mariana Vanegas and Marisa Olislagers. Lia Wälti and Maisie Symonds anchored the midfield, with Katie Seike, Fran Kirby, Emma Joramo and Melissa Haley providing the attacking threat.
Aston Villa arrive after a 1-1 draw with Chelsea and a subsequent match against Manchester City. Their likely lineup includes goalkeeper Akari Okuma, with defenders Lucy Parker and Anna Patten key figures.
The last meeting
The two sides last met in August, with Brighton securing a convincing 4-0 victory. That memory will provide confidence as they prepare for this latest encounter. The squad's current depth and availability can be checked on the official squad page.
Kick-off at The Broadfield Stadium is at 13:00 UTC on Sunday, 20 September.
