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Six saves in 0-0 draw Verbruggen recorded six saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sunderland.

Impact Verbruggen kept his fourth clean. sheet of the season, all of which have come since the start of November. He made six saves, his joint-most in any game this season. His saves were crucial in securing his side an important point in the league table.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Beaten twice Verbruggen had two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Verbruggen faced four shots Saturday and was only able to stop a pair of them. On a day where the team in front of him offered nothing in terms of goal support it's hard to put the blame on Verbruggen. He would have wanted the first goal back, but the second was an unstoppable header from close range that Verbruggen had no hope of getting to.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once Sunday Verbruggen recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact Verbruggen conceded one goal Sunday, the third time in his last four matches he conceded at least once. He also made four saves for just the third time this season, two of which have come in his last two starts. He faces a difficult matchup Saturday at Liverpool, a side which has scored 24 goals through 25 matches this season.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves in defeat Verbruggen registered six saves and allowed four goals in Wednesday's 4-3 loss versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 54th minute.

Impact Verbruggen conceded four in a chaotic game against Aston Villa on Wednesday, yet still made six saves, a season high across all competitions, including a strong push-away from a dangerous Villa cross early in the second half. His best stop came in the 78th minute when he reacted sharply to parry Evann Guessand's header, only to see Donyell Malen score from the rebound. He also dealt with a series of inswinging corners under heavy traffic as Villa ramped up set-piece pressure. Verbruggen stopped a series of decent games as he conceded only one goal and secured three clean sheets in the four games before this one. The goalie will look to show a better figure against West Ham United on Sunday.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sunday Verbruggen made three saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Verbruggen kept a composed clean sheet as Brighton absorbed Forest's late pressure. His standout moment came after the hour mark when he stayed big and blocked Igor Jesus' low one-on-one effort. He handled crosses reliably and managed the tempo with calm distribution when Brighton dropped deeper. This shutout was his third in the last four games, highlighting the good form of the Seagulls. He will look to find a new one against Aston Villa on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Saves penalty to secure win Verbruggen registered three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Verbruggen was sent the wrong way by Igor Thiago's first-half penalty and had relatively little to do outside two routine stops. The match turned in his favour at the death when he waited out Igor Thiago's run-up and got down sharply to save the stoppage-time penalty that allowed the Seagulls to secure the win. That intervention preserved Brighton's comeback and elevated a solid outing into a match-defining one. Verbruggen will hope to build on that performance against Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves for clean sheet Verbruggen made two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace.

Impact Verbruggen record a second straight clean sheet during Sunday's draw, heading into the international break in flying form. He only had to stop two shots, but he did well and commanded his box well. He's now going to look to make it three clean sheets in a row when he takes on Brentford after the break.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Secures cleansheet Verbruggen had two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 3-0 win over Leeds United.

Impact Verbruggen maintained a shutout as Brighton controlled the game and won 3-0 on Saturday. He faced two shots on target and made two key saves late on to deny Leeds any momentum. His calm presence between the posts gave the hosts confidence to play forward and helped him secure his first clean sheet of the Premier League season. Verbruggen will look to build on that performance against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four in loss Verbruggen had five saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-2 loss versus Manchester United.

Impact Verbruggen conceded four as United built a 3-0 lead by the 61st minute. He made five saves, a season high for the goalie, including a good reaction stop before the break, but couldn't handle United's pressing tempo. His distribution under pressure also led to a turnover that resulted in the second goal. Verbruggen will hope to show a better figure against Leeds United on Saturday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in home win Verbruggen recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against Newcastle United.

Impact Verbruggen made two saves as he helped his team to a home victory over Newcastle. He has made at least two saves in each of the last six Premier League matches. He is still waiting for a clean sheet, having conceded in each of the eight games so far this season. Last season, he kept seven clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in draw Verbruggen had three saves and allowed one goal, but also 1 an own goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.

Impact Verbruggen turned aside three shots and recorded an own goal Sunday as Brighton earned a share of the points in their 1-1 draw versus Wolves. The Brighton keeper was saddled with an unlucky own goal as a Wolves' shot rattled the crossbar before ricocheting off an out-stretched Verbruggen's back and into the net. Look for Verbruggen to retain his place in the starting XI on Oct. 18 when Brighton resume league play versus Newcastle.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one goal Verbruggen logged two saves but conceded one goal during Brighton & Hove Albion's 3-1 win Saturday at Chelsea.

Impact Enzo Fernandez scored past Verbruggen, whose 2025-26 season is still without a clean sheet. After defeating Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion's next game is Oct. 5 at Wolverhampton.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice Saturday Verbruggen made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Verbruggen conceded two goals Saturday, giving up a 2-0 lead his team took early in the match. It marked his third time in the last four matches he conceded multiple goals. He faces another difficult matchup Saturday at Chelsea, a side which has scored 10 goals through five matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in loss to Cherries Verbruggen recorded three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Verbruggen endured a tough outing in Saturday's 2-1 loss at Bournemouth, conceding twice (including a penalty) while making three saves. The Dutchman remains without a clean sheet through four league starts this season, but his performance has not been helped by the weak defensive line in front of him. It is unlikely he will post his first shutout in the Seagull's next against Tottenham; Spurs have won three of their opening four matches and netted eight goals.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one against Manchester City Verbruggen registered two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Manchester City.

Impact Verbruggen was only forced to make two saves Sunday, but still allowed one goal in the win. That said, he has also gone three games to start the season without a clean sheet. He will face Bournemouth next time out, possibly seeing his first then.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two against Everton Verbruggen registered one save and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Everton.

Impact Verbruggen allowed goals to Iliman Ndiaye and James Garner in Brighton's 2-0 defeat at Everton on Sunday. The goalkeeper faced three shots on target and made one save, as the hosts converted two of their three efforts on goal. Verbruggen has zero clean sheets through two Premier League matches this season and will look to keep his net empty on Sunday against Manchester City.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing Saturday Verbruggen recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Impact Verbruggen allowed one goal on Rodrigo Muniz's stoppage time strike and recorded one save in the draw, ending a very quiet Saturday afternoon for the goalkeeper. Fulham managed seven total shots but rarely troubled him until stoppage time. The Dutchman starts the league campaign as the number one after clearing his injury and will look to secure his first shutout of the season against Everton on Sunday.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full friendly Verbruggen (knee) started and played the full 90 in a friendly against Wolfsburg.

Impact Verbruggen was back in training this week and has done one better after he featured in a friendly for the full match. The goalie appears to now be fit for the season opener on Aug. 16, where he is projected to be the starter, starting in all 36 appearances last campaign while notching seven clean sheets, 58 goals allowed and 91 saves in a decent season.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Verbruggen (knee) has returned to training and is expected to return in a friendly against Wolfsburg on Aug. 9, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Brian Owen of the Argus. "...

Impact Verbruggen is progressing through his rehabilitation well, with the goalie returning to training as expected after a knee injury left him out for a bit of their offseason preparation. The good news is it appears he will see the field ahead of the season, with a friendly on Aug. 9 likely used to test the keeper. He is set to be their regular starter in net when the season kicks off, starting in all 36 appearances last season while recording seven clean sheets, 58 goals allowed and 91 saves.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Two weeks away from return Verbruggen (knee) is two weeks away from returning to action after his injury, coach Fabian Hurzeler told the media, according to The Athletic. "He had an ongoing issue and he suff...

Impact Verbruggen ended the season with a knee injury that caused him significant discomfort, but the starting goalkeeper is nearing a return in two weeks time, which could make him available for the season opener against Fulham if his situation evolves positively. If he is not fit in time for the first game of the season, Jason Steele will likely replace him between the posts, although it is the young Carl Rushworth who has logged the most minutes so far in the Seagulls' pre-season.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in season finale Verbruggen (undisclosed) registered one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Verbruggen conceded a penalty to Dominic Solanke in the 17th minute Sunday, but kept Spurs at bay for the remainder of the match in a win on the final day. He finished the campaign with seven clean sheets, 58 goals allowed and 91 saves across 36 starts. It was a solid first full campaign for the keeper, but due to physical problems he will not be joining the Netherlands squad for World Cup Qualifying. He will look to get healthy in the offseason and be ready for the start of next season where he is expected to be Brighton's number one option again.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not joining Netherlands squad Verbruggen (undisclosed) is dealing with physical problems and will not join the Netherlands squad for the start of World Cup qualifying, according to NU.nl.

Impact Verbruggen is dealing with physical problems and won't join his selection for international duties. The goalie had his first full season of his career with Brighton, being the undisputed starter in his 36 appearances in the Premier League during which he secured seven clean sheets, made 91 saves and allowed 58 goals. He will aim to come back fully fit for the preseason since he is expected to start in goal for the Seagulls in the next campaign as well, to continue growing his potential.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in home win Verbruggen made three saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 3-2 win over Liverpool.

Impact Verburggen made three saves, and despite conceding twice, helped his team to victory. He has made three saves or more in five of his last six matches, and with one game to go, he has seven clean sheets in the Premier League.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in victory Verbruggen had four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win against Wolverhampton.

Impact Verbruggen made four saves Saturday en route to securing his seventh clean sheet of the Premier League campaign as Brighton defeated Wolverhampton by a 2-0 margin. The clean sheet marked his first after 10 successive league appearances in which he allowed at least one goal. Over his last five starting appearances, Brighton's No. 1 has made 18 saves and six clearances while conceding nine goals. Verbruggen is likely to feature in the starting XI Monday when Brighton host champions Liverpool.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in draw Verbruggen recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact Verbruggen racked up four saves for the third time in four matches and is up to a total of 14 saves, compared to nine goals against over that span. Up next for Brighton & Hove Albion is a meeting with Wolverhampton on Saturday.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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