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Arsenal defeated Brighton 2-1 with goals from Odegaard and Rutter (own goal), moving back to the top of the Premier League, despite Brighton's late rally and key saves from David Raya.
Tottenham Hotspur fought back from a 2-0 deficit against Brighton & Hove Albion to secure a 2-2 draw with late goals, demonstrating resilience and staying second in the Premier League.
Tottenham Hotspur is off to a strong start with four clean sheets and four wins under new manager Ange Postecoglou, but faces a challenging test against Brighton & Hove Albion, who are looking to improve their attack and test Tottenham's defense. The match will reveal more about Tottenham's evolving tactics and squad rotation plans.
Inter Miami CF has transferred midfielder Diego Gómez to Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Premier League for a club-record fee, marking one of the most expensive outbound transfers in MLS history. Gómez, who joined Inter Miami in July 2023, played a crucial role in the team's success, helping them win the Leagues Cup 2023 and the 2024 Supporters’ Shield. The 21-year-old Paraguayan international has also been a standout player for his national team, leading them to success in various tournaments.
Brighton & Hove Albion defeated Manchester City 2-1, marking City's fourth consecutive loss and raising concerns about their title defense. Despite Erling Haaland's early goal, Brighton's comeback with goals from Joao Pedro and Matt O’Riley highlighted City's defensive vulnerabilities. This loss leaves City two points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand. Guardiola's team is struggling with injuries and form, reminiscent of his challenging first season. With key players like Kevin De Bruyne returning, City hopes to recover post-international break, but upcoming matches against Tottenham and Liverpool pose significant challenges.
Arsenal secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, with goals from Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Leandro Trossard. The win puts Arsenal at the top of the Premier League standings, one point ahead of Liverpool. Brighton struggled to pose a threat, and their manager Roberto De Zerbi was criticized for failing to adapt to Arsenal's tactics. Kai Havertz was named the player of the match for his smart and selfless movement, contributing to Arsenal's win.
Brighton & Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma is likely out for the rest of the season due to a back injury, as confirmed by head coach Roberto De Zerbi. This comes as a significant blow for the team, as Mitoma's pace and skill have been valuable assets. The team is also dealing with several other injuries, but De Zerbi remains hopeful for the return of some players in upcoming matches.
Sam Jewell has left his position as head of recruitment at Brighton & Hove Albion to join Chelsea, with the move expected to be made official once his gardening leave ends, possibly in November. He is anticipated to take on a global recruitment role within Chelsea and RC Strasbourg. Despite reported interest from Manchester United, Jewell's ties with current and former Brighton recruitment staff have led him to choose Chelsea.
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi explained that his exuberant celebration after their 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest was not meant as a snub to opposing coach Steve Cooper. De Zerbi cited the team's recent struggles, including injuries and dropped points, as the reason for the big celebration. Cooper confirmed that De Zerbi did not shake his hand but downplayed the situation. The match was marred by controversial penalty decisions and a red card for Brighton's Lewis Dunk. Cooper expressed his dissatisfaction with the referee's performance and expects to discuss the matter with the head of refereeing.
Jurgen Klopp was unfazed by the decision not to send off Pascal Gross in Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion. Gross conceded a penalty but was not shown a card, with VAR also not advising a review. Klopp questioned whether it was a clear goal-scoring opportunity and stated he was "over it." The officials determined that the player being fouled was not moving towards goal and did not have possession of the ball, justifying the decision. Mohamed Salah scored the penalty for Liverpool, but Lewis Dunk equalized for Brighton.
Moisés Caicedo, an Ecuadorian midfielder, has become the most expensive player in British soccer history after Chelsea agreed to pay a record-breaking fee of £115 million ($146 million) to Brighton & Hove Albion. The 21-year-old's transfer was pending a medical, which has now been completed, and both clubs have confirmed the deal. Caicedo was also pursued by Liverpool, but Chelsea ultimately secured his signature. He will join Chelsea's midfield alongside Enzo Fernández, forming a new-look squad aiming to improve on last season's 12th place finish in the Premier League.
Liverpool have signed Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton & Hove Albion for an undisclosed fee. The Argentina international has signed a five-year deal and will wear Liverpool's No 10 shirt. Mac Allister scored 12 goals and recorded three assists in 40 appearances for Brighton last season. Despite Liverpool's failure to qualify for the Champions League, Mac Allister's heart was set on playing for Jurgen Klopp.
Pep Guardiola praised Manchester City's performance in their 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion, which came "40 hours after we drank all the alcohol in Manchester". Guardiola's side were confirmed as Premier League champions on Saturday and played Chelsea on Sunday, lifting the Premier League trophy. However, Guardiola may have injury concerns to deal with in the weeks ahead as several players were absent from the squad that travelled to Brighton.
Alexis MacAllister scored a stoppage-time penalty to give Brighton & Hove Albion a 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League. The penalty was awarded after a possible handball by Luke Shaw. The win moves Brighton up to sixth place on 55 points, while United remain in fourth place on 63 points with a game in hand over fifth-placed Liverpool.
Manchester United reached the FA Cup final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Brighton & Hove Albion. After 120 goalless minutes and six successful penalties each in the shootout, Solly March missed Brighton's seventh kick before Victor Lindelof stepped up to score. The final will be an all-Manchester affair, with United facing off against City on June 3. Brighton's midfield outplayed United's, but the Red Devils held the edge in mental toughness during the shootout. Brighton's growth under manager Roberto De Zerbi has been remarkable, but their best players may attract attention from top clubs.