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Jan Paul Van Hecke - Strong defensive display van Hecke registered one cross (zero accurate) and six clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win against Brentford.

Impact Van Hecke delivered an excellent defensive performance to help his side keep a clean sheet in Saturday's win over Brentford, recording six clearances and a season-high four interceptions. The defender remains an undisputed starter in the back line, having started 26 of his 27 appearances across all competitions this season. He has totaled 33 tackles and 29 interceptions, while also adding three goals and two assists, rare offensive production for a central defender.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Gross - Active offensively Gross generated one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Brentford.

Impact Gross was active offensively in Saturday's matchup against Brentford, attempting one shot, creating two key chances and delivering five crosses. The midfielder remains a key attacking outlet, serving as the team's primary set-piece taker and dictating play in possession. He has now started nine straight matches across all competitions, recording one goal and 15 key passes during that span.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Diego Gomez - Scores opener Gomez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Brentford.

Impact Gomez opened the scoring after converting a rebound from a Ferdi Kadioglu shot that struck the crossbar in the first half of Saturday's win over Brentford, ending his nine-match run without a goal contribution. He added three tackles and one interception in the match. The attacking midfielder has been a regular starter this season, earning 19 starts in 24 Premier League appearances while scoring four goals during that span.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Scores one goal against Brentford Welbeck scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Brentford.

Impact Welbeck scored after capitalizing on a poor clearance from Nathan Collins in Saturday's win over Brentford, ending his five-match run without a goal contribution. The forward has started five of his last six Premier League appearances but has struggled to generate shooting opportunities, totaling just seven shots during that span.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Secures clean sheet Verbruggen made four saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Brentford.

Impact Verbruggen made four saves to secure a clean sheet in Saturday's win over Brentford, ending a six-match run without one. The goalkeeper has recorded 14 saves while conceding five goals and keeping one clean sheet across his last five appearances. He will look to build on the result in Sunday's matchup against Nottingham Forest.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Solly March - Remains out Saturday March (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Brentford.

Impact March remains out for Saturday's showdown against the Bees despite returning to full team training this week. The attacking midfielder is not yet ready to make his season debut as the club manages his fitness carefully. Once fully fit, he is likely to return in a rotational role similar to last season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Solly March - Could return Saturday March (knee) could return in Saturday's clash against Brentford, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to BBC Sussex Sport.

Impact March got back to full team training this week and is now in the mix for Saturday's showdown against the Bees. The attacking midfielder is shaping up as a late fitness decision and could log his first minutes of the season if he gets the green light. He was mostly a depth piece off the bench for the Seagulls last year and is expected to slide back into a similar rotational role once he is fully up to speed.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Yasin Ayari - Will resume training next week Ayari (shoulder) remains out but should resume team training next week, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to BBC Sussex Sport.

Impact Ayari has missed the last three games in all competitions with a shoulder injury and is set to sit out a fourth, as he is only expected to return to team training next week with the Seagulls. It is a tough setback for Albion given he is a regular starter when healthy and his absence disrupts the usual midfield balance. With Ayari sidelined, Jack Hinshelwood is in line for an expanded role in the center of the park and should continue to log heavier minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Yasin Ayari - Expected back soon Ayari (shoulder) was mentioned by coach Fabian Hurzeler, who said in Thursday's press conference that the player "is still missing. He is doing rehab, but he's getting closer. We e...

Impact Ayari is still sidelined for the cup visit to Liverpool while he recovers from the issue that forced him to miss the last two league games. Having scored two goals and two assists over his latest five appearances, the midfielder will look to boost his team's all-around value in the short term, pushing to regain a starting spot from either Jack Hinshelwood or Carlos Baleba.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mats Wieffer - Available for Liverpool game Wieffer (toe) has completed his recovery from injury ahead of the FA Cup clash with Liverpool, with coach Fabian Hurzeler confirming that "Wieffer will be back, so that's a positiv...

Impact Wieffer has missed the last nine contests across all competitions after making his last appearance on Dec. 27, but he's likely to regain a starting spot at some point. Whenever that happens, Ferdi Kadioglu may return to a left-back role, pushing Maxim De Cuyper to the bench. Prior to the issue, Wieffer delivered three assists in 16 games.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Baleba - Early hook in loss Carlos Baleba recorded one interception in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 2nd minute.

Impact Carlos Baleba was deemed unplayable Wednesday. The midfielder completed just four passes and was brandished a yellow card before being removed in favor of James Milner after just 22 minutes on the pitch. Carlos Baleba has started in four successive league fixtures, but that streak is in doubt as Brighton prepare to take on Liverpool on Saturday at Anfield.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Gross - 12 crosses in defeat Gross registered one shot (zero on goal), 12 crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 1-0 loss against Aston Villa.

Impact Gross led the Brighton attack Wednesday with 12 cross attempts (four on goal) as they fell 1-0 at Aston Villa. Across his last five appearances (five starts), the midfielder has whipped in 46 crosses (15 accurate) and 23 corners while creating 13 chances. After making a substitute appearance for his second club debut, Gross has been named to the starting XI in six successive fixtures.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Hinshelwood - Unlucky own goal in loss Hinshelwood recorded an own goal, three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Hinshelwood was saddled with an own goal Wednesday as an Aston Villa headed attempt at goal deflected from his upper body into the far corner of the net in Brighton's 1-0 road defeat. The midfielder led the team with three shot attempts (zero on goal) across his 90 minutes of play. The appearance marks Hinshelwood's first in the starting XI since Brighton's draw in January versus Bournemouth.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Two saves in defeat Verbruggen had two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Verbruggen turned aside two Aston Villa shots on target Wednesday but was undone by an own goal as Brighton suffered a 1-0 road defeat. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has made 11 saves and four clearances while conceding six goals. Verbruggen's next challenge is likely to come Saturday when Brighton travel to Anfield for a showdown with Liverpool.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul Van Hecke - Substitution planned van Hecke was substituted in the 61st minute of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa as part of a planned precaution, coach Fabian Hurzeler told the media, according to Sussex Expre...

Impact van Hecke sat out the clash with Crystal Palace nursing a hamstring issue, but he was back in the mix Wednesday against Aston Villa. The plan was always to cap him at around 60 minutes, with the staff taking a cautious approach to protect one of the Seagulls' defensive anchors and avoid any long-term setback. He's good to go moving forward, but he's still not at full match fitness, so a complete 90-minute shift might be a stretch for now. If he needs to be managed or starts from the bench in the coming fixtures, expect Olivier Boscagli to slot into the backline and fill the void.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul Van Hecke - Subs off Wednesday Van Hecke was replaced after dealing with a discomfort in the second half of Wednesday's meeting with Aston Villa.

Impact Van Hecke played 61 minutes in his return from a minor issue, but it's unclear if he suffered a setback or was subbed off as a precaution. The defender will continue to work on his fitness while he looks to get back to playing 90 minutes per game. Otherwise, Olivier Boscagli could be somewhat involved in his place.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul Van Hecke - Starts in defense Van Hecke (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Van Hecke is back with the team as expected after his injury, as the defender is now fit for a starting role immediately after his hamstring issue. He has now started in all but three games this season, likely to maintain the spot.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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Mats Wieffer - Close to return, not facing Villa Wieffer (toe) "is close but won't be in the squad" for the midweek visit to Aston Villa, manager Fabian Hurzeler confirmed in press conference.

Impact Wieffer is heading into the final stretch of his recovery from a toe issue which has prevented him from playing since Dec. 27. He was a consistent starter before suffering the injury, but it remains to be seen when he'll be ready to regain a spot in the lineup. Meanwhile, Ferdi Kadioglu could be expected to feature at right-back, with Maxim De Cuyper filling in on the opposite flank.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul Van Hecke - Option to face Villa Van Hecke (hamstring) is an option for Wednesday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Chris Nightingale of Sky Sports.

Impact Van Hecke is returning to play after only one game out, with the defender cleared for midweek action. That said, the defender should almost immediately return to a starting role, as he has only missed one start all season when an option thus far. He has bagged three goals and two assists this season despite his defensive position, likely to start alongside Lewis Dunk moving forward.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Paul Van Hecke - Suffers small hamstring issue van Hecke missed Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Crystal Palace due to a small problem with his hamstring, coach Fabian Hurzeler said to the media, according to Sussex Express. "Small...

Impact van Hecke was held out as a precaution in Sunday's loss to Palace after picking up a minor hamstring issue. The center-back will be evaluated ahead of Wednesday's matchup with Aston Villa to determine whether he's fit to be included in the squad. If the issue forces him to miss another outing, Olivier Boscagli is expected to get another start against the Villains.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Gross - Struggles in service Gross registered six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace.

Impact Only one of Gross' crosses was considered accurate and that's not going to cut it against most opponents. The midfielder will need to be better for Brighton to get points off an Aston Villa side which has only allowed 27 goals in 25 EPL games.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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