Match of the Week Premier League: Financial head-to-head Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton

The fight for a coveted top-4 spot in the Premier League has reached fever pitch as both Spurs and Brighton find themselves in dire need of a victory to keep their hopes alive.

Brighton is on the cusp of a historic achievement as they dream of clinching their first-ever Champions League qualification, while Spurs seek redemption after a lackluster showing against AC Milan ended their European aspirations this season.

From a financial standpoint, it would seem unlikely that the teams would have similar point tallies. This is because Spurs had over twice the revenue of Brighton in 2021/22 and over €100 million more on the payroll.

Spurs may have garnered headlines for their massive stadium debt, but it's worth noting that Brighton holds the fourth highest net debt in the league, a remarkable feat given their size and resources.