The defensive moves that Brighton’s Lewis Dunk might want to rethink against Chelsea Lewis Dunk has two manoeuvres he performs almost every game. He'll need to be extra careful against Chelsea though...

Lewis Dunk may want to think twice against Chelsea about a couple of defensive actions that are second nature to the long-serving skipper.
That is if he plays. Fabian Hurzeler has a tricky call to make between Dunk and Olivier Boscagli. #BHAFC
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Brighton in talks with Amario Cozier-Duberry over new deal after Bolton loan Cozier-Duberry has scored nine goals in 36 appearances for Bolton this term across all competitions.

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Brighton are in new contract talks with Amario Cozier-Duberry amid widespread interest in the former Arsenal winger.
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Brighton make their point, again. These draws need to be turned into wins The 2-2 draw felt good at the final whistle. In the cold light of day, this should be regarded as two points dropped in the race for Europe

If Brighton miss out narrowly on Europe again under Fabian Hurzeler, draws will be the culprit. #BHAFC
Some draws are good, some bad, 24 in 71 games is stifling.
Even with a 95th minute equaliser, that was two points dropped at Tottenham.
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Brighton unchanged from the win at Burnley, where Mitoma, Baleba and Rutter came on to help clinch the points. #BHAFC

Verbruggen, Rushworth, Beadle, Steele: What does the future hold for Brighton’s goalkeepers? The south coast club's planning is as extensive for their goalkeepers as it is outfield players, but there will be changes this summer

Carl Rushworth could be promoted to the Premier League with Coventry tonight. The state of play with Brighton’s goalkeepers and who could be sold in the summer. #BHAFC
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Brighton’s Olivier Boscagli: ‘I have struggled for game time, but I’m still happy with my move’ Olivier Boscagli has waited patiently for his chance at Brighton, but says he has learnt plenty during his debut Premier League season

Exclusive interview with Olivier Boscagli on a frustrating first season with Brighton. #BHAFC
No regrets about the move, the “crazy" intensity of the Premier League and building for a better 2026-27.
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Mats Wieffer ‘definitely deserves’ Netherlands recall for World Cup, Fabian Hurzeler says The 26-year-old made the last of 14 senior appearances for his country in June 2025, 11 months after his move to Brighton from Feyenoord.

Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler says Mats Wieffer deserves to go to the World Cup with the Netherlands after two goals for the midfielder turned right-back at Burnley. #BHAFC
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Boscagli for the banned Dunk.
Ayari for Milner. #BHAFC

Spurs are FINALLY back, Kudus injury + Andy Naylor talks De Zerbi at Brighton Podcast Episode · The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show · April 10 · 47m

New @vftlpodcast.bsky.social

Sunderland preview, more De Zerbi

@jamestmaw.bsky.social, Kate Mason and @andynaylorbrighton.bsky.social

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Jan Paul van Hecke set for talks over Brighton future with Fabian Hurzeler Van Hecke is out of contract in June 2027 and there is no indication so far that he is willing to sign a new deal.

Jan Paul van Hecke’s future will be resolved, one way or another, by the summer. #BHAFC
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Roberto De Zerbi at Spurs: Our Brighton writer on what fans can expect Andy Naylor got to see Roberto De Zerbi up close and personal during his time at Brighton - he reveals what makes the Italian tick

Fun and games on and off the pitch.
What Tottenham supporters can expect from Roberto De Zerbi. #BHAFC
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Do Brighton really have a chance of qualifying for Europe this season? A recent upturn in form has put Brighton back within touching distance of a European place - but how likely is it to happen?

The odds are against Brighton reaching Europe for a second time, but hopes are still alive. That seemed impossible seven games ago. #BHAFC
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Milner, Mitoma, Van Hecke – Brighton’s contract situation and what happens next There are some big decisions to be made, which will have an impact on Brighton's trading in this summer's transfer window.

James Milner, Kaoru Mitoma and Jan Paul van Hecke are among the Brighton players out of contract by June 2027 or sooner.
A look at their futures. #BHAFC
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Pascal Gross’s Brighton comeback is going so well he’s now back in the Germany reckoning 'Pascal makes other players better', Julian Nagelsmann said after recalling Gross, something Brighton fans know more than most

Pascal Gross is back in the Germany squad, removing any doubts that his powers would fade in his second spell at Brighton. #BHAFC
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How Graham Potter resurrected Sweden’s World Cup prospects – and his own career Potter has not always made good decisions on his next job – but taking charge of the Swedish national team might be one

A transformation under Graham Potter has put Sweden on the cusp of qualifying for the World Cup and is restoring his reputation as a coach.
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Fabian Hurzeler, Bayer Leverkusen links and what comes next for Brighton’s head coach? The German may have options in his homeland and the possibility of managing in the Champions League could be an option for him

Will Fabian Hurzeler still be Brighton’s head coach next season?
Bayer Leverkusen like him and they are unlikely to be the only ones.
A look at Hurzeler’s future #BHAFC
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Will Brighton have another World Cup winner in 2026? Which Brighton players could be heading to this summer's World Cup, and who could miss out...

Brighton could have as many as 12 players at this summer’s World Cup.
A look at those who have already booked a place (pending final squad announcements) and the other candidates. #BHAFC
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How Fabian Hurzeler and Brighton turned their season around in just 41 days A home defeat to rivals Crystal Palace left Hurzeler under pressure and Brighton languishing in 14th. Since then things have improved hugely

Darts, golden oldies, a position tweak, harnessing support.
How Fabian Hurzeler and Brighton transformed their season in 41 days. #BHAFC
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Jason Steele on first England call-up: ‘It has come a little later than I would have wanted!’ Brighton's backup goalkeeper has won a first senior national squad place at age 35 - 13 years after his final appearance for the under-21s

“I think being a proper good fella and a good person is way more important than anything else”.
Interview with Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele on his England call-up at the age of 35. #BHAFC
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Danny Welbeck is the Premier League’s top English scorer this season. Did Thomas Tuchel make a mistake? Perhaps the national-team manager called up the wrong 35-year-old from Brighton

Why Danny Welbeck should be ahead of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Dominic Solanke in England’s World Cup plans. #BHAFC
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Teams. #BHAFC #BHALIV
Brighton are unchanged (a rarity).
Baleba and Mitoma on the bench after injuries, Kostoulas also back among the subs.

Jason Steele.

Jason Steele has received his first senior call-up for England at the age of 35, even though he hasn’t played a Premier League game since August 2024.

@andynaylorbrighton.bsky.social explores why England are considering taking a goalkeeper who never plays to the World Cup ⤵️

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Fabian Hurzeler thinks Brighton fans can make the difference during taxing run-in The Brighton manager says the club's fans helped his side against Arsenal, and can do the same against Liverpool

A major say in the chase for Champions League places is set to relieve mounting Premier League fatigue at the Amex Stadium. #BHAFC
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Jack Hinshelwood, Brighton’s versatile homegrown talent, adapts to a new role as a No 10 Head coach Fabian Hurzeler has unexpectedly turned to the England Under-21 midfielder to play the team's key creative position

Brighton’s revival has coincided with Jack Hinshelwood shifting to No 10. #BHAFC
The versatile England under-21 international has emerged as the most effective option in the role for head coach Fabian Hurzeler.
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Brighton’s Mats Wieffer says he prefers playing in midfield rather than at right-back The 26-year-old has primarily been deployed as a full-back under head coach Fabian Hurzeler.

Mats Wieffer wants to go back to being a midfielder for Brighton. #BHAFC
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Yankuba Minteh and the strange goal that sums up his season The Brighton winger's form has been unpredictable this season – but that can be a good thing

Yankuba Minteh won the game for Brighton at Sunderland with a weird goal that epitomised the Gambian winger.
Expect the unexpected when he is on the pitch. #BHAFC
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Teams #BHAFC
Dunk, Milner, Minteh and Welbeck for Boscagli (bench), Baleba, Mitoma and Rutter (bench).
Baleba has travelled.

‘I see a different Bart Verbruggen’: Brighton’s Hurzeler impressed by No 1’s transformation Verbruggen was at fault for Bukayo Saka's winner in the defeat to Arsenal last time out.

Fabian Hurzeler on Bart Verbruggen’s improvement and the possibility of losing his goalkeeper in the summer. #BHAFC
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Fabian Hurzeler says he clarified Arsenal criticism in text exchange with Mikel Arteta Hurzeler accused Arsenal of time-wasting tactics that are “not football”.

Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler has contacted Mikel Arteta to clarify his criticism of Arsenal. #BHAFC
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Evan Ferguson and Kaoru Mitoma once looked like the future of Brighton. Can they be reunited? The Ireland striker and Japan winger formed a strong partnership three years ago but injuries and loss of form have hampered the both

Evan Ferguson and Kaoru Mitoma looked like a lethal combination for Brighton, linking with goals and assists.
Fitness and form issues are casting doubt over a reunion. #BHAFC
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