The Mexican front-man has demonstrated his aggressive tendency over the season, averaging 1.13 fouls per game. However, his consistency of late and to do so on multiple occasions standouts most.

He has committed at least 1 foul in all but one of his last 9 appearances, committing multiple offences in 4 of those.

Pitted against a backline of Brighton’s that have drawn 3.43 fouls over the last 7 games, he is likely to be drawn into the action and pulled up by the referee again.

Fulham’s games frequently experience corners with an average of 6.4 won per match this season, they have taken 6 or more in 5 of their last 6 outings.

This consistency is even greater at home with an average of 6.67 corners for the Cottagers.

Picking up an average of 2.17 cards per game, Fulham are even more cynical when playing at Craven Cottage. This rises to 2.43 with 2 or more team cards occurring in all of their last 7 home games.

Brighton’s threat tends to draw a lot of cards from their opponents too. Averaging 2.5 opponent cards this season, an incredible 14 of their last 15 games their opponents have picked up 2 cards.

Danny Welbeck may not headline Brighton’s attacking arsenal, but his ability to unsettle defences remains underrated. With clever movement and a physical presence, Welbeck consistently draws fouls from opposing defenders.

He’s been fouled in each of his last 10 matches and all but 2 this season, highlighting his knack for winning free kicks in advanced positions. Fulham’s robust defensive approach further increases the likelihood of Welbeck being impeded during the game.

Kaoru Mitoma is the creative heartbeat of Brighton’s attack. Fresh from scoring an emphatic header against Southampton, Mitoma will aim to extend his streak by scoring for the third consecutive Premier League game.

With involvement in numerous goal-scoring moments this season, including 3 assists and a goal in the opening round, Mitoma’s impact is undeniable. Fulham’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly against quick, technical wingers, make this selection a tempting value pick.

Brighton’s penchant for fast starts under Fabian Hürzeler is well-documented. They’ve led at half-time in 8 league games this season – a joint league-high – and have also carried the lead into the interval in 2 of their 3 cup fixtures.

Fulham, by contrast, have struggled to seize early control in matches. They’ve taken a first-half lead just 3 times across all competitions this season, while trailing at the break on multiple occasions. With Brighton’s high-intensity approach, this selection is backed by both form and statistical precedent.