City host Brighton at the Etihad tomorrow as the sides meet for the second time in four days.
Man City came through Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie on penalties after a 2-2 draw, with Geronimo Rulli making two saves in the shootout. The focus now returns to the Premier League, with Enzo Maresca’s side looking to respond to last weekend’s defeat at Aston Villa.
Man City v Brighton match details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date | Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
| Kick-off | 3pm GMT / 11am ET |
| Venue | Etihad Stadium |
| UK TV | Not shown live |
| US TV/stream | Peacock and NBCSN |
The game kicks off at 3pm in the UK, meaning it falls within the Saturday afternoon television blackout and will not be broadcast live domestically. Supporters can instead follow updates through Manchester City’s official Matchday Centre, with CITY+ providing live audio commentary.
City say a two-minute highlights package will be available from 7pm, with extended highlights and a full-match replay on CITY+ following from midnight.
How to watch Man City v Brighton in the US
There is live coverage for supporters in the United States.
| Country | TV/stream | Kick-off |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No live television coverage | 3pm GMT |
| United States | Peacock, NBCSN | 11am ET / 8am PT |
NBC Sports has confirmed City v Brighton will be available live on Peacock and NBCSN, while the game is also part of Peacock’s Premier League Multiview offering during Saturday’s five-match 11am ET window.
The referee…
The Premier League has appointed Craig Pawson as referee for the game, with Lee Betts and Alex James his assistants.
| Role | Official |
|---|---|
| Referee | Craig Pawson |
| Assistants | Lee Betts, Alex James |
| Fourth official | John Busby |
| VAR | John Brooks |
| Assistant VAR | Steve Meredith |
Maresca made nine changes when the teams met in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, with several senior players rested.
The league meeting should therefore have a different look, despite the quick turnaround. City begin the weekend top of the Premier League, while Brighton arrive at the Etihad in third after an impressive start to the season.
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