The Clarets head to the south coast looking to add to their points’ tally and edge nearer to Premier League safety.
Last weekend’s win over in-form Wolves opened up a five-point gap above the bottom three.
And with Cardiff City, currently occupying the last ‘available’ relegation place, not playing this weekend, there is an opportunity for Burnley to extend that advantage ahead of the Bluebirds’ visit to Turf Moor next Saturday.
With Brighton playing their FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City on Saturday evening, a point at the Vitality Stadium would take Sean Dyche’s men above the Seagulls.