What was the score in Brighton & Hove Albion’s 2026–27 opener against Aston Villa?

Brighton & Hove Albion beat Aston Villa 4–0 in their 2026–27 Premier League opener.

The match was played at the American Express Stadium on Sunday 23 August 2026. Brighton scored four times in the first 31 minutes, producing one of the most emphatic performances of the opening weekend.

The result was especially notable because Aston Villa played much of the contest with ten men after João Gomes was sent off before half-time. Brighton took advantage quickly, building a decisive lead before the interval rather than relying on a late surge.

The four-goal margin also placed Brighton among the weekend’s biggest winners. It was not the same scoreline as Brentford’s 3–0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur or Arsenal’s 3–0 win against Coventry City.