Match preview
Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace renew one of the Premier League’s most intriguing rivalries as the M23 Derby, also known as the A23 Derby or El Gatwicko, comes to the Amex. Separated by around 40 miles, the two clubs have developed a fierce rivalry over the years, with Brighton and Palace meetings regularly producing plenty of drama. This latest Brighton vs Crystal Palace clash gives fans another chance to see one of English football’s most unusual and fiercely contested derbies — but on Who2Win, the question is different: who do you WANT to win?
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Brighton head into the M23 Derby looking to build on their strong start to the 2026/27 Premier League season, while Crystal Palace will be aiming to find their rhythm after a mixed opening. With both sides looking to gain momentum ahead of the Brighton vs Crystal Palace clash, recent results could play a big part in the confidence of each team when they meet at the Amex.
Head-to-head
The recent meetings between Brighton and Crystal Palace have been closely contested. Palace won the latest encounter 1–0 at the Amex in February 2026, while the previous meeting at Selhurst Park ended 0–0. Palace also won the April 2025 clash 2–1, making the recent M23 Derby record particularly competitive.
Why fans are watching
The Brighton vs Crystal Palace rivalry has grown far beyond the south coast and South London. As both clubs have established themselves in the Premier League, they have attracted supporters from across the globe, helped by the league's huge international audience and the distinctive identities of both teams. Brighton's rise from the lower divisions to Premier League and European football has captured attention worldwide, while Palace's passionate fan culture and South London identity have given the club a growing international following. Now, the M23 Derby, or El Gatwicko, brings that history and growing global interest together in one of the Premier League's most unusual rivalries.
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