Brighton vs Sunderland Tickets

Prepare for a fascinating seaside encounter as Brighton & Hove Albion, the high-flying Seagulls, get set to welcome Sunderland's determined Black Cats to the vibrant Amex Stadium.

This fixture often presents an interesting tactical battle, showcasing the Seagulls' progressive style against the Black Cats' renowned battling qualities, making it a must-see for dedicated supporters. For fans eager to experience this atmosphere and secure their Brighton vs Sunderland tickets, SeatPick offers a brilliant array of options from numerous trusted resellers, including entries for the Seagulls vs Black Cats clash.

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Brighton vs Sunderland History

These two clubs have played each other many times and here are a few of the biggest fixtures.

Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Sunderland (Division Two - February 16, 1991)

Details: Just over a month after knocking Sunderland out of the FA Cup, Barry Lloyd's Brighton managed another victory over Denis Smith's promotion-chasing Black Cats in a league encounter. This win further boosted the Seagulls' own league position and dented Sunderland's automatic promotion hopes.

Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 Sunderland (FA Cup 3rd Round - January 7, 1991)

Details: A classic FA Cup upset. Both teams were in Division Two and vying for promotion, but Brighton, spurred on by their home crowd, managed to overcome a strong Sunderland side. Dean Wilkins was often a key player for the Seagulls in this era. This result was part of a memorable cup run for Brighton.

Brighton & Hove Albion 2-2 Sunderland (Championship - January 22, 2005)

Details: An entertaining and hard-fought draw at Brighton's temporary Withdean home. Mark McGhee's Seagulls were battling to establish themselves in the Championship, while Mick McCarthy's Sunderland were flying high and on their way to winning the Championship title that season. Securing a point against the league leaders was a creditable result for Brighton.

Brighton vs Sunderland Mutual Connections

There are many individuals who have represented both clubs over the years, here are a few of the most significant to have done so.

• Gus Poyet: The most significant link. The Uruguayan was a hugely successful and popular manager for Brighton & Hove Albion, leading them from League One to become an established Championship force with an attractive style of play. He later managed Sunderland, famously guiding them to Premier League survival against the odds in 2013-14 and a League Cup final.

• Liam Bridcutt: A tenacious midfielder who was a key component of Poyet's Brighton team, captaining the side. He followed Poyet to Sunderland, where he also took on the captain's armband for a period.

• Will Buckley: An exciting winger whose performances for Brighton earned him a move to Sunderland in the Premier League, where he showed flashes of his ability.