Arsenal came into this match with a perfect winning record but were unable to cope with Brighton’s high-pressing game as the hosts were able to prevent Arsenal gaining control with possession. Two goals from outside the box plus a set-piece were the eventual difference-makers. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Brighton & Hove Albion […]
Chelsea flew off the blocks to an early three-goal lead in the first half but allowed Brighton back into the game. However, Cole Palmer scored the fourth & Xabi Alonso’s Blues rode off the Brighton wave to see out the game as Martinez made his Chelsea debut in goal. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Mikel Arteta and Fabian Hürzeler engaged in a high-stakes tactical chess match at the Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal’s structural dominance was met by Brighton’s relentless verticality and combination play. A game defined by Arsenal’s disciplined occupation of space versus Brighton’s high-line provocation resulted in a victory that saw the Gunners return to the summit of […]
Arne Slot set his Liverpool team up to overload the midfield here, and it worked well against Brighton’s man-oriented defensive system. Two goals from Hugo Ekitike were enough to see the Reds through here, despite their continued defensive issues. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. We decided to make this article free to read. […]
Manchester City continue to wobble. Summer spending has helped to refresh the look of their squad, but displays do not have the same firm foundations as in the past. Having suffered a shock on the south coast with the same score ten months ago, this type of defeat now feels eerily familiar. Tactical analysis and […]
Nottingham Forest started this game with a plan of midfield domination and were able to achieve this for a while. As the game went on though, Brighton took more possession, and the Forest attacking threat became more transitional. By the end, Forest were holding on, but were able to eventually prevail on penalties. Tactical analysis […]
A game that swung both ways. Manchester City had their own set of problems, but they finally seemed to show notable improvement without the ball, while Omar Marmoush stepped up in key moments. Brighton & Hove Albion, meanwhile, caused problems with their dynamic front four and capitalized on their momentum to earn a crucial point. […]