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Three crosses against Everton Mitoma had two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Everton.

Impact Mitoma had one of his more quiet games of the season on Saturday, only registering two shots and three crosses. The midfielder has now had two pretty lackluster matches in a row, combining for only one chance created, three shots and nine crosses. He has now gone five matches without a goal contribution and will hope to get back on the score sheet in Thursday's match against Ajax.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in draw Mitoma recorded one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Impact Mitoma matched a season-high with six crosses, after not recording any crosses in the previous two games. However, only one of his six crosses was accurate, resulting in a single goal-scoring chance.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Mitoma registered three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Mitoma had a pretty disappointing showing on Saturday, only notching three shots and one tackle in the loss. The midfielder was a game-time decision on Saturday, so his poor performance may be blamed on him still not being completely fit. He will look to have a better performance in Thursday's match against Ajax.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Mitoma (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Manchester City,

Impact Mitoma didn't represent Japan during the international break, but he's fit enough to play here, and the winger should have a prominent role upfront against one of the best defenses in the league. Mitoma has three goals and three assists across nine EPL appearances (eight starts) in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pens contract extension Mitoma has agreed to a new four-year contract extension with Brighton, keeping him with the club until June 2027.

Impact Mitoma has been upstanding for Brighton since joining in 2022, making a total of 31 starts in 41 appearances in the Premier League dating back to last season. In that span, the midfielder has recorded 10 goals with eight assists while also logging in 57 crosses (six accurate) and 57 chances created. This campaign, Mitoma is averaging about two crosses per contest with three goals and and three assists in eight games.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from national team Mitoma has withdrawn from the Japan national team over the international break.

Impact Mitoma has been a warrior for Brighton, playing the full 90 in each of the last three matches, which includes the midweek UEL game in Marseille. He's started all but one match this season and in the game he didn't, he bagged a brace off the bench. The hope is that he's getting some rest over the break and this isn't a major injury, though more information should come out on his situation in the coming week.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

"Super-sub" strikes twice Mitoma scored twice from both his shots-on-target in Sunday's 3-1 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Mitoma came on from the bench for the second-half and exhibited a world-class performance. The Japanese midfielder was more than the Cherries would handle, he notched up two outstanding goals from both his on-target efforts. He has now accumulated three goals and three assists from six appearances. It is inevitable that this exciting player will regularly be on the scoresheet and assisting his teammates in coming matches.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma heads in his second goal for Brighton against Bournemouth | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Kaoru Mitoma gives Brighton 2-1 lead over Bournemouth | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Another assist Mitoma registered one assist from three chances created and attempted four shots (one on target) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Newcastle.

Impact Mitoma created more chances than any other player and now has three assists after four games, only two short of his tally from last season. The winger looks a real danger when he has the ball anywhere in the final third and he is more than capable of putting the ball in the net as well as setting up his teammates.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores wonder goal Mitoma scored once with his only shot and registered one assist from four chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Wolves.

Impact Mitoma opened the scoring when he picked up the ball in midfield and beat several defenders before finishing clinically into the far corner. The winger struggled for goals and assists towards the end of last season, but he has hit the ground running with three goal involvements in the first two fixtures. He ranks joint first for chances created (at the time of writing) with nine.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brighton's Solly March praises Kaoru Mitoma's performance v. Wolves | Premier League

AUGUST 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Kaoru Mitoma's dazzling run puts Brighton 1-0 ahead of Wolves | Premier League

AUGUST 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Assists in win Mitoma bagged an assist from five chances created and attempted four crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 4-1 win against Luton.

Impact Mitoma looked dangerous down the the left-hand side and could easily have finished the game with more than one assist. The winger's form tailed off towards the end of last season, but he looked refreshed after the off-season and will aim to build on the seven goals and five assists he managed in 22/23.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks out for Brighton Mitoma scored seven goals and recorded five assists on 52 shots and 41 chances created in his 33 appearances (24 starts) this past season.

Impact Mitoma put together an impressive first Premier League campaign this past season, as he recorded 12 goal contributions, tied for the third most on the team. He also recorded 41 crosses, three clean sheets and zero yellow cards in his 33 appearances. With a full campaign under his belt, he could be even better next season with that experience.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots against Man City Mitoma took five shots (two on target) and created a chance in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City. He also made two interceptions and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Mitoma maintained his dangerous form from the left wing on Wednesday, though he wasn't able to make the difference and find a potential winner against the Premier League champions. He's posted eight shots and five chances created across his last two games heading into the season finale on Sunday.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Saints Mitoma made an assist, had three off-target shots and created four chances during Sunday's 3-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Mitoma missed a couple of clear chances during the first half but then redeemed himself in the 40th minute with a great assist for Evan Ferguson to score for the second time in the day. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the winger since Apr. 5 and he'll try to finish his campaign in style on Wednesday against champions Man City and then on Saturday when his side visits Aston Villa.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots against Man United Mitoma took five shots (two on target) and created a chance in Thursday's 1-0 victory against Manchester United. He also made three interceptions and won two of three tackles in th...

Impact Mitoma returned to the XI Thursday and was active against United from the left wing. He's posted six goals and three assists while averaging 2.1 shots per game across 18 Premier League appearances (17 starts) since the World Cup.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma | Player Cam | Brighton 0-0 (6-7 PENS) Manchester United

APRIL 25, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Brighton should have had penalty at Tottenham for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg tackle on Kaoru Mitoma, admits PGMOL Brighton were not awarded a penalty when Kaoru Mitoma appeared to be fouled by Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in the box; the match officials and VAR...

APRIL 9, 2023 • SKY.COM

Brighton receive apology after being denied penalty at Tottenham Brighton and Hove Albion have received an apology from the PGMOL after they were denied a penalty in their 2-1 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur o...

APRIL 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Contributes assist in win Mitoma assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 win versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Mitoma was too much for the Cherries defense to handle on Tuesday. The exciting Japanese midfielder was successful in continually weaving into the penalty area to deliver inviting opportunities for his team mates. One of these opportunities was converted by Evan Ferguson to produce the Seagull's opening goal. He was subbed after 89. From 22 appearances (15 starts) he has now contributed seven goals and four assists. Mitoma is one to consider for your fantasy squad. He is now a regular starter and has delivered a goal or an assist in each of his last seven Brighton games.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Teenagers lead Brighton to 2-0 win and 6th place in EPL

Teenage strikers scored Brighton’s goals in a 2-0 Premier League win over Bournemouth that boosted the team’s European aspirations

APRIL 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Generates goal in draw Mitoma scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Brentford.

Impact Mitoma nets his seventh goal of the season during Saturday's draw against Brentford. Since the winter break, he has scored six goals in 11 matches, following just one goal in his first 10 games. Because of this, the Japanese international has started in 12 contests in a row.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mac Allister scores late as Brighton and Brentford draw 3-3

Alexis Mac Allister’s 90th-minute penalty sent Brighton to sixth place in the Premier League after a 3-3 draw with Brentford

APRIL 1, 2023 • Associated Press

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Teenagers lead Brighton to 2-0 win and 6th place in EPL

Mac Allister scores late as Brighton and Brentford draw 3-3