Brighton vs Man City LIVE early team news and updates from Premier League fixture plus how to watch

Manchester City return to Premier League action tonight as they travel to Brighton and Hove Albion.

It has been a stellar few days for the Blues after they retained their title last weekend. Arsenal's 1-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest saw the celebrations start early in Manchester.

The result meant Pep Guardiola was able to bring in the changes for the visit of Chelsea, with nine made in total. Two of those fresh faces linked up for the only goal of the game as Cole Palmer slipped Julian Alvarez through to score on 12 minutes.

City's victory was followed by a title lift at the Etihad before the players headed to Manchester's MNKY HSE late Sunday into Monday to continue the celebrations. The Blues may opt for another 'weaker' XI this evening as they aim to be fully fit for the two big finals in June.

For hosts Brighton, this game is far more significant. Should Roberto De Zerbi's side avoid defeat, they will guarantee themselves Europa League football next season.

The Seagulls will be playing some form of European competition for the very first time in 2023/24 after beating Southampton 3-1 on Sunday.

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Guardiola chose to make several changes against Chelsea after securing the Premier League title and it paid off as the Blues won 1-0.

Brighton provide a much tougher challenge and the home fans will be buoyed as they chase Europa League football.

This could be why supporters have opted for a stronger XI today.

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It has been a brilliant few days for Guardiola and his players after lifting yet another Premier League.

However, it could get even better if they manage to