Brighton Team News - Soccer

Charalampos Kostoulas - Involved in two goals in win Kostoulas scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace.

Impact Kostoulas set up Yasin Ayari with a clever back-heel pass in the 10th minute, then finished from close range in the 49th to complete an outstanding display against Palace. The Greek forward increased his season totals to five goals and three assists in 10 appearances across all competitions. He's making a strong case as Brighton's first-choice striker, and his attacking potential is considerable while he continues to feature for a side that leads the league in scoring.

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Diego Gomez - Scores in victory Gomez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 5-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Impact Gomez struck from the halfway line in the seventh minute, doubling Brighton's lead with a spectacular long-range finish during Sunday's clash. He also stood out above his usual average by completing three dribbles throughout the win. The goal ended a 10-match Premier League scoring drought and gave him one goal and one assist in seven league appearances this season. A regular starter on the right wing, he'll look to build on this performance as the team carries its great form into the next fixtures.

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Yasin Ayari - Scores against Crystal Palace Ayari scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 5-0 victory against Crystal Palace.

Impact Ayari put in a lively display as a central attacking midfielder, finding the back of the net with a right-footed strike in the 10th minute. He now has two club goals this season, plus a goal and an assist for Sweden at the international level. His work in a more advanced role could persuade manager Fabian Hurzeler to keep him there, though Jack Hinshelwood's return to full fitness might end up pushing Ayari back into the holding position he occupied earlier in the campaign.

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Pascal Gross - Busy from set pieces Sunday Gross had two shots (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 5-0 win over Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minut...

Impact Gross came very close to earning a direct contribution when his fourth-minute cross was deflected by an opposing player for the opener, and then he played a dangerous pass in the build-up to the hosts' fourth goal during the win. He also set a season-high mark of 11 crosses in seven EPL appearances so far. His passing numbers have dipped lately, but his steady set-piece volume remains a consistent source of attacking potential, and his seven combined goals and assists still lead the team.

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Jack Hinshelwood - Scores off bench in win Hinshelwood scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace.

Impact Hinshelwood reacted quickest to a loose ball after a set piece and finished for the fifth goal during the 84th minute in Sunday's game. Adding to his goal in the previous UECL clash with Kauno Zalgiris, the midfielder has picked up where he left off before his nearly two-month injury absence, now recording four goals over his last three official appearances. He could push to reclaim a starting role in the No. 10 spot, though rotation between domestic and continental fixtures may continue. If he moves into the lineup, Yasin Ayari is likely to drop deeper, while Malick Yalcouye may see fewer minutes.

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Olivier Boscagli - Provides assist in victory Boscagli assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 5-0 win against Crystal Palace.

Impact Boscagli recovered the ball around halfway and passed to Diego Gomez, whose long-range strike opened the scoring in the seventh minute of the rivalry match. It was the first assist of the season for the defender, who had previously notched a goal in Conference League play. He has benefited from operating in a wide role, creating 11 chances and delivering 24 crosses (six accurate) across seven league starts. On the defensive end, he's averaging 3.6 clearances and 1.3 interceptions per contest.

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Bart Verbruggen - Keeps clean sheet versus Palace Verbruggen registered one save and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 5-0 victory versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Verbruggen got down well to stop a powerful effort, but his side's dominance meant he was rarely tested otherwise. The clean sheet extended an impressive run as the Seagulls have won six straight matches in all competitions, and Verbruggen has played in five of them without conceding. Adding 13 saves during that period, he has emerged as one of the league's most in-form goalkeepers. Upcoming trips to Jablonec in the UEFA Conference League and Liverpool in EPL action will provide very different tests, with the latter likely to challenge his current form.

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Pascal Struijk - Ruled out against Crystal Palace Struijk (fitness) has been ruled out for Sunday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace after failing to recover in time for the fixture.

Impact Struijk remains sidelined after missing Thursday's Conference League victory over Kauno Zalgiris due to fitness concerns. The defender had been given an additional day to recover ahead of Saturday's assessment, but he has not regained sufficient fitness to feature against Crystal Palace. Coach Fabian Hurzeler continues to take a cautious approach with his recovery, although no timetable for his return has been confirmed. Lewis Dunk could continue to benefit from additional opportunities in central defense while Struijk remains unavailable.

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Kaoru Mitoma - Targeting return before international break Mitoma (hamstring) remains sidelined but could return to action before the next international break, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per BBC Sussex Sport. "Kaoru, I hope for be...

Impact Mitoma continues to make progress in his recovery from a hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined since the 2025/26 campaign. The Japanese winger is approaching the final stages of his rehabilitation, although he has yet to receive clearance to return to competitive action. Coach Hurzeler's latest comments provide a more encouraging outlook, with Brighton hoping to reintegrate Mitoma into the squad before the upcoming international break. The attacker recorded three goals and one assist across 25 Premier League appearances, including 19 starts, last season. Once fully fit, Mitoma will look to challenge for playing time on the left flank, where Maxim De Cuyper has been featuring during his absence.

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Pascal Struijk - Set for late fitness assessment Struijk (fitness) will be assessed on Saturday ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace as the defender has been given an additional day to recover, leaving hi...

Impact Struijk remains a doubt for Sunday's matchup against Crystal Palace as Brighton continue to manage his recovery. The defender was already unavailable for Thursday's Conference League victory over Kauno Zalgiris, and coach Hurzeler's latest comments suggest the coaching staff are taking a cautious approach rather than rushing him back into action. Saturday's assessment should provide a clearer indication of whether Struijk can return to the matchday squad, although his lack of recent training could limit his chances of starting. If he remains unavailable, Lewis Dunk could continue to benefit from additional opportunities in central defense.

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Mats Wieffer - Still sidelined against Crystal Palace Wieffer (knee) remains unavailable for Sunday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace despite making progress in his recovery, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per The Arg...

Impact Wieffer continues to recover from the knee injury he sustained during Brighton's Aug. 30 matchup against Chelsea, when he fell awkwardly after being struck in the face by the ball. The midfielder, who has also been deployed at right-back this season, has been sidelined for several weeks and remains short of a return to competitive action. Coach Hurzeler's latest comments suggest Wieffer could be back relatively soon, although no specific timeline has been established. His continued absence should leave Ferdi Kadioglu and Costinha competing for minutes on the right side of Brighton's defense against Crystal Palace, with Wieffer's availability for subsequent fixtures dependent on his progress in training.

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Jack Hinshelwood - Scores in return from injury Hinshelwood scored once during Thursday's 4-0 Conference League victory over Kauno Zalgiris, marking his return to competitive action after recovering from ankle ligament damage.

Impact Hinshelwood made an immediate impact upon returning from nearly two months on the sidelines, finding the back of the net in Brighton's comfortable European victory. The midfielder had been unavailable since suffering ankle ligament damage following his two-goal performance against Aston Villa in August, but he recently resumed full team training and received clearance to feature Thursday. His successful return provides coach Fabian Hurzeler with an additional midfield option ahead of Brighton's upcoming Premier League fixtures. Having now scored three goals across his last two competitive appearances, Hinshelwood will look to regain a regular role in the rotation, although his workload could still be managed carefully following his lengthy absence.

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Femi Azeez - Still needs time Azeez remains unavailable as he continues adapting to Brighton & Hove Albion's demands, with Fabian Hurzeler saying Wednesday that there is no major issue with the midfielder and t...

Impact Azeez remains without a Brighton debut after joining the club short of full fitness, although he recently returned to training on the grass as he works toward being available. coach Fabian Hurzeler has played down concerns over the midfielder's condition, explaining that he needs time to adapt to the team's demands and approach. A gradual increase in his training involvement appears likely before he can be considered for selection, and the manager's comments offer encouragement without indicating that his debut is imminent.

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Pascal Struijk - Misses out as workload managed Struijk will be unavailable for Thursday's Conference League clash against Kauno Zalgiris as Brighton continue to manage his playing time, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per A...

Impact Struijk will miss Thursday's European fixture as Brighton continue to manage his workload. The defender has been competing for a starting position in central defense, but his absence could provide Lewis Dunk with another opportunity in the lineup. His availability for the upcoming Premier League fixtures will depend on how the coaching staff manage his minutes.

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Jack Hinshelwood - Back in contention after ankle injury Hinshelwood (ankle) is available for selection for Thursday's Conference League clash against Kauno Zalgiris after recovering from ankle ligament damage, according to coach Fabian...

Impact Hinshelwood is closing in on his first appearance since suffering an ankle ligament injury following his two-goal performance in Brighton's 4-0 Premier League win over Aston Villa in August. The midfielder recently resumed team training but was not included in the squad against Sunderland as Brighton continued to manage his recovery. His return to contention provides manager Fabian Hurzeler with another midfield option, although his playing time could initially be limited following nearly two months on the sidelines.

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Pascal Struijk - Suspension overturned Struijk's red card against Sunderland has been rescinded following a successful appeal, making him available for Sunday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace, according to...

Impact Struijk was initially facing a one-match suspension after being sent off in the 57th minute against Sunderland for denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity. However, an independent Regulatory Commission overturned the dismissal, allowing the defender to remain available for selection. He could retain his place in Brighton's starting lineup against Crystal Palace, with Lewis Dunk providing an alternative in central defense.

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Olivier Boscagli - Helps to clean sheet win in 2-0 Boscagli generated three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute.

Impact Boscagli helped his side to their fourth clean sheet of the season as he featured at left-back in the 2-0 win. The full-back completed one of their three crosses and created a chance. Boscagli also made three clearances and one interception.

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Ferdi Kadioglu - Helps towards 2-0 victory Kadioglu recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sunderland.

Impact Kadioglu started his fifth game in a row this season, having been out for the season opener. This was his third time playing 90 minutes this year. A strong challenge from Kadioglu prevented his opposite man, Thomas Meunier, who had weaved through other members of his defence.

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Luka Vuskovic - Strong defensive display in 2-0 win Vuskovic recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Sunderland.

Impact Vuskovic continued his impressive start to life at Brighton as he helped them to another clean sheet as well as taking two shots in the game. In his six Premier League games, he has taken at least two shots. This game saw the young defender make 12 clearances, his most of the season, and he also won his only tackle and made two blocks.

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Yasin Ayari - Two shots and two crosses in win Ayari registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Sunderland.

Impact Ayari continued his role as one of the main men as Brighton defeated Sunderland 2-0. The midfielder has started five of the six games so far this season, taking at least two shots in each game that he has played in. He also took two crosses, his first crosses of the season, but was unable to find an accurate target with either of these.

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Diego Gomez - Four shots in 2-0 win Diego Gomez generated four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Sunderland.

Impact Diego Gomez attempted four shots, but was unable to score or provide an assist in the 2-0 win over Sunderland. This was his third game this season taking at least four shots as he still awaits his first goal of the season. The Paraguayan's best chance of the game came early on, where one of his shots on target was well limited by the unrushing Robin Roefs. The attacking midfielder created a chance, making it five games out of six games so far this season.

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Georginio Rutter - Assists final goal as late sub Rutter assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sunderland.

Impact Rutter came on with just a few minutes to go and was able to assist Jaouen Hadjam to secure the game in a 2-0 victory over Sunderland. The striker had previously assisted a goal in the opening round game against Aston Villa, but was absent for three games. He has since returned as a sub in both games since. Both of his chances created this season have led to an assist.

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Pascal Gross - Assists opener to continue impressive run Gross assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Sunderland.

Impact Gross assisted Maxim De Cuyper to open the scoring as Brighton would defeat Sunderland 2-0. The 35-year-old is now up to three goals and four assists for the season after six games. In his last three games, he has scored two and assisted four. This was the only game in the last three that he has taken a shot but failed to hit the target. He also created three chances in the game, meaning he has created at least two chances in five of the six games so far this season. His four corners in this game continue to make him the main set-piece taker for Brighton.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Three saves in 2-0 win Verbruggen had three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sunderland.

Impact Verburggen kept his fourth clean sheet in six games this season as he made three saves to help Brighton survive and win 2-0. This also makes it the third game in a row where he has kept a clean sheet, and he has kept a clean sheet in each of his last two away matches. In these last three matches, he has made 11 saves, and this is the third game in the last four where he has made at least three saves.

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Jaouen Hadjam - Finds back of net Saturday Hadjam scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sunderland.

Impact The defender came into the game and found the back of the net to close out the scoring. However, as a defender who doesn't play much, his fantasy appeal won't be very high in most formats, especially if he continues to come off the bench.

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