Is this really the Premier League's 'Bermuda Triangle'?
Summary
Brighton, Bournemouth, and Brentford are known for taking points off the Premier League's top six teams (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Tottenham). Brighton stands out with the best record among the three, while Brentford’s record is weaker, suggesting the “Bermuda Triangle” nickname is mostly about Brighton’s strong performances.Key Facts
- The "Bermuda Triangle" in the Premier League refers to Brighton, Bournemouth, and Brentford taking points from the top six teams.
- Since the 2024-25 season began, Brighton earned 42 points from 26 games against the top six, averaging 1.62 points per game.
- Bournemouth earned 35 points from 26 games (1.35 points per game) against these top teams.
- Brentford earned 22 points from 26 games, with an average of 0.85 points per game.
- Other teams like Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa have better or similar records to Brentford against the top six.
- Brighton’s strong results against top clubs are notable and among the best in Premier League history for non-big clubs.
- The idea of the "Bermuda Triangle" is stronger in social media perception but mostly driven by Brighton’s success.
- These clubs operate with smaller budgets compared to the top six, making their surprising wins more memorable.
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