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Paul Merson makes huge Brighton prediction on Premier League title race – ‘one million per cent’

Paul Merson has backed Brighton for the Premier League title on two conditions... 🏆…

By Lewis Oldham · Football 365

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 7:37 AM

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Paul Merson states Brighton are "one million per cent" title contenders if they beat Liverpool and Manchester City.
Fabian Hurzeler's Brighton side sits third in the Premier League after winning five of their first seven matches.
Brighton previously earned a 3-0 victory over reigning champions Arsenal earlier in the campaign.

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Paul Merson believes Brighton will be "one million per cent title contenders" if they defeat Liverpool and Manchester City in their next two matches. Fabian Hurzeler's side currently sits third in the Premier League table after winning five of their opening seven fixtures, which included a 3-0 victory against title holders Arsenal.

Merson highlighted Brighton's high tempo and suffocating press as key strengths, suggesting they are currently playing better football than Liverpool. While Arsenal and Manchester City remain primary contenders, Merson argued that positive results in the upcoming fixtures would permanently shift expectations and establish Brighton as genuine contenders.

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Paul Merson makes huge Brighton prediction on Premier League title race – ‘one million per cent’

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