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Brighton team news: Predicted XI vs Sunderland as Fabian Hurzeler weighs up Lewis Dunk’s return and Chema Andres’ midfield role

Brighton head to Sunderland looking to build on an impressive September, but Fabian Hurzeler faces some difficult selection decisions ahead of Saturday’s clash.

09.10.26, 15:22 4 Minute Read

Brighton will touch down on Wearside with a spring in their step. The Seagulls were the standout performers in September and have laid down a marker in their bid to secure European football once again this season.

This weekend’s clash against Sunderland may present a different type of challenge, though. Despite contending with several key injuries, Regis Le Bris’ side are a physical, well-organised outfit capable of troubling any Premier League opponent.

Fabian Hurzeler therefore has some tough decisions to make regarding his starting XI. Does the German stick with the side that made a mockery of the Gunners, or does he treat the clash at the Stadium of Light as a separate challenge?

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