Why Aston Villa vs Brighton is not on TV explained as Chelsea also snubbed
Aston Villa return to action on Monday evening at home to Brighton in the Premier League.
Unai Emery's side will be looking to bounce back from their Boxing Day defeat away at Newcastle United last time out when they host the Seagulls. Villa currently sit ninth in the top-flight table after 18 matches but could move up to sixth with a win and if other results go their way.
The Villans take on a Brighton team who have struggled for form in recent weeks, having failed to win a game since beating Bournemouth on November 23. Fabian Hurzeler's side drew 0-0 at home to Brentford last time out and currently sit 10th in the table.
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Villa will be keen to end a successful 2024 with all three points with plenty of excitement at B6 going into the new year. Below are all the details on how to follow Monday's game and why it has not been selected for television coverage in the UK...
When will Aston Villa vs Brighton kick-off?
The match between the two sides will take place at Villa Park on Monday, December 30, kicking off at 7:45pm.
Why is the game not on TV?
Monday's game will not be shown live in the UK with Manchester United's clash at home to Newcastle selected for Sky Sports coverage instead. Chelsea's trip to Ipswich will also not be broadcast in the UK for this reason.
Fans overseas will be able to catch the game live in countries such as the United States on Peacock, Spain (DAZN 3, Movistar+) and Mexico (Max, TNT Sports). A full list of territories showing the game can be found here.
How else can I follow the game?
You can also follow the action here at BirminghamLive, with our Villa writer John Townley providing match details, player ratings, reaction and analysis from Villa Park. You can follow updates on X, formerly known as Twitter, here.
Where can I watch the highlights?
Highlights will be available on the Sky Sports YouTube channel and website shortly after the game finishes. Alternatively, supporters will be able to access highlights on Villa's dedicated YouTube channel.
