Brighton win third straight Premier League match without conceding

Brighton secured a 2-0 victory against Sunderland, marking their third consecutive Premier League win without conceding a goal. The Seagulls demonstrated resilience, especially after being reduced to ten men for more than half an hour. Goals from Maxim De Cuyper and substitute Jaouen Hadjam in the second half ensured Brighton maintained their strong position in the league, following their impressive 3-0 win over Arsenal prior to the international break.

Captain Pascal Gross played a pivotal role in the match, providing the assist for De Cuyper's opener just after the break. At 35 years and 117 days, Gross became the oldest player to assist in three successive Premier League games, a feat last achieved by Ryan Giggs in 2012. His performance was instrumental in controlling the midfield and creating goal-scoring opportunities for his team.

The match saw Brighton's Pascal Struijk receive a straight red card shortly before the hour mark for a foul on Sunderland's Wilson Isidor. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Brighton remained composed and rarely faced significant threats from Sunderland. They secured their win with a goal in stoppage time, showcasing their ability to maintain focus even when under pressure.

Sunderland struggled to convert their chances and faced a challenging match against a well-organised Brighton side. Manager Regis Le Bris acknowledged the difficulties his young team faced, particularly with several players under the age of 21 starting in the Premier League. The Black Cats have now lost two consecutive league matches without scoring, dropping to 16th place in the table, which poses concerns for their campaign ahead.

via Sky Sports