Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has heaped praise on veteran midfielder Pascal Gross, comparing the German maestro to a "fine wine" that only improves with age. The 35-year-old was the architect of a dominant performance as the Seagulls dismantled Arsenal in a statement Premier League victory.
Pascal Gross has confirmed his retirement from international football with Germany, choosing to bow out on a high note following a Man of the Match performance against Arsenal. The 35-year-old midfielder revealed his decision shortly after helping Brighton & Hove Albion dismantle the defending Premier League champions at the Amex Stadium.
Arsenal saw their flawless start to the Premier League season come to a crashing halt on Saturday afternoon as Brighton ran riot at the Amex Stadium. While the result was damaging enough for Mikel Arteta’s side, the afternoon could have ended even more sourly had Declan Rice been dismissed for a late moment of madness.
Mikel Arteta did not hold back in his assessment of Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Brighton, accusing his players of failing to respect fundamental footballing principles. The Gunners arrived on the south coast boasting a flawless record this term, but uncharacteristic defensive mistakes saw the reigning Premier League champions comprehensively beaten.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has thrown his support behind young defenders Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven following their Carabao Cup exit. The Red Devils threw away a two-goal lead in a dismal 3-2 defeat to Brighton, prompting heavy criticism of the inexperienced centre-back pairing. Despite the setback, Carrick insists both players remain crucial to his long-term plans at Old Trafford.
Fabian Hurzeler has hailed his Brighton side as 'horrible to play against' after they produced a clinical performance to dismantle Arsenal at the Amex Stadium. The Seagulls boss watched on with pride as his players ended the Gunners' unbeaten start to the season with a commanding 3-0 victory on the south coast.
Mikel Arteta offered no excuses after Arsenal's perfect start to the Premier League season came to a crashing halt at the hands of a clinical Brighton side. The Gunners boss watched his defending champions crumble in a 3-0 defeat, marking a stark departure from the form that had seen them win nine consecutive league matches.
Arsenal’s flawless start to the new Premier League campaign has come to an abrupt and surprising end. The defending champions were comprehensively beaten by a relentless Brighton & Hove Albion side today, exposing uncharacteristic defensive vulnerabilities and leaving manager Mikel Arteta with significant issues to address ahead of the international break.
Yankuba Minteh missed out on a move to Liverpool during the summer window, but Bobby Zamora has admitted to GOAL that a big-money transfer could still happen if the “number” is “right”. The Seagulls, who are famed for buying low and selling high, have already snubbed two offers for the “direct” right winger - but he is considered to “suit” the needs at Anfield.
Roy Keane has delivered a blunt message to Manchester United sensation JJ Gabriel, urging the youngster to show patience after he sensationally requested to leave Old Trafford. The 15-year-old, widely regarded as one of the finest prospects in world football, has seen his future plunged into uncertainty following a formal request to cancel his registration with immediate effect.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has come out fighting following a nightmarish evening at Old Trafford, insisting that the mounting pressure regarding his job security does not affect him. The Red Devils suffered a historic collapse against Brighton, throwing away a two-goal lead to lose at home for the first time in 50 years under such circumstances.
Manchester United suffered a disastrous Carabao Cup exit after throwing away a two-goal lead to lose against Brighton at Old Trafford. Michael Carrick is now facing immense pressure to save his job as the Red Devils' miserable start to the season continues following this historic collapse.
Frank Lampard has called for realism after Coventry City slumped to an emphatic 5-0 home defeat against Brighton. The crushing result saw the newly promoted side match an unwanted top-flight record by losing their opening four league fixtures without scoring, leaving the Sky Blues rooted to the bottom of the table and still searching for their first points.
Fabian Hurzeler has warned his Brighton & Hove Albion side against complacency after they dismantled Coventry City in a ruthless five-goal display. The Seagulls continued their electric start to the Premier League season by piling the misery on Frank Lampard's struggling outfit at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
Frank Lampard is enduring a disastrous return to the Premier League, as his Coventry City side suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday. The Sky Blues remain rooted to the bottom of the table without a single point or goal after four matches, marking a catastrophic start to the campaign for the newly promoted team.
Leeds United have been rocked by the news that cornerstone defender Joe Rodon is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines following a serious injury blow. The Wales international is facing at least two months out of action after limping out of the club's recent Premier League fixture against Brentford.
England has one of the best women's national teams in the world and perhaps the best women's league on the planet, too, but the lack of opportunities for young players domestically is a real concern
Brighton have enjoyed a meteoric rise under the ownership of Tony Bloom, with ex-Seagulls boss Mark McGhee explaining to GOAL why a "mathematical genius” intends to be much more than a “generous benefactor”. Celebrations of a major trophy win have never been enjoyed on the south coast, but the intention is to make history in the not too distant future.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window once again proved to be exceptionally busy, with some huge names making big-money moves all the way up to Deadline Day on September 1.
Brighton have reached a verbal agreement to sign former Real Madrid midfielder Chema Andrés from VfB Stuttgart on deadline day. The two clubs moved rapidly to finalise a lucrative transfer for the talented prospect, who is now preparing to travel for his medical before the window officially closes, ending speculation over a return to Spain.
Gary Neville has made a bold prediction regarding the Premier League title race, insisting that Arsenal’s defensive superiority makes them the team to beat this season. Despite impressive victories for his former club Manchester United and a resurgent Chelsea side, the pundit believes Mikel Arteta has built a unit that is simply unmatched across the division.
Xabi Alonso has insisted he will do whatever it takes to win after Chelsea recorded their lowest-ever possession figures in a Premier League match during a chaotic victory over Brighton. Despite securing a perfect start to the campaign, the Blues’ reliance on counter-attacking efficiency over ball retention has raised eyebrows across the division.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confessed that both Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto could depart Stamford Bridge before Tuesday's transfer deadline. Fernandez was notably absent from the Blues' recent victory over Brighton as Manchester City prepare a mammoth British record bid for the Argentine midfielder.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has found himself at the centre of a post-match storm following his provocative celebrations against former club Brighton & Hove Albion. The Brazilian played a starring role in the Blues' narrow 4-3 victory at Stamford Bridge but drew heavy criticism for his conduct in front of the travelling supporters.
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