Brighton are without a win in six games

Brighton and Hove Albion are without a win in six games ahead of their Premier League clash against Champions League chasing Aston Villa.

Roberto De Zerbi’s men have been on a poor run and have slipped to 12th in the table after last Sunday’s 3-0 loss at Bournemouth. In contrast, fourth-placed Villa have been flying this season and thrashed Brighton 6-1 in the reverse fixture earlier this campaign at Villa Park. De Zerbi has questioned the motivation of his players in recent weeks and will look for a response from his injury-hit team this Sunday. “Injuries are a factor, but motivation as well,” he said. “Motivation in football is 80 per cent of our work.”

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Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, continues to have injuries ahead of Aston Villa

2. Solly March – out

The winger continues to be sidelined with a serious knee injury sustained last year at Man City.

3. Evan Ferguson – out

The young striker is struggling with a foot injury and is set to miss out against Villa once again.

4. Jack Hinshelwood – out

The impressive teenager is out for the season with an ankle injury