Brighton & Hove Albion v Crystal Palace

If you follow local football, you know the fixtures against Crystal Palace are always the ones everyone circles on the calendar. The rivalry between Brighton & Hove Albion and Palace consistently delivers high-energy matches, and the atmosphere at the stadium for this particular encounter is usually electric. Brighton hosts Palace at The American Express Stadium (The Amex), their home ground, which serves as the central stage for this derby.

Looking at the schedule, there are a few dates to keep track of for this fixture, suggesting different parts of the season or league rounds. For those planning to attend at the Amex, the current schedule shows a match on Sunday, 8 February 2026, kicking off at 2:00 PM GMT. There was also a previously rescheduled home game set for Sunday, 15 December, also at 2:00 PM GMT. It’s worth noting that if you’re following the team away, the reverse fixture against Palace is scheduled for Sunday, 9 November, starting at the same time, 2:00 PM GMT, though that match takes place at Selhurst Park.

Since these are high-profile league matches, access is generally via ticket purchase for the stadium, aimed at football fans and supporters of both clubs. For those watching from home, the November 9th and December 15th fixtures are both confirmed for live broadcast on Sky Sports in the UK. This kind of coverage usually highlights the significance of the game in the league calendar, ensuring that whether you are sitting in the stands at the Amex or watching the broadcast, this fixture draws significant attention.