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Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion - Premier League 2026/27

Hurzeler hails Brighton mentality after Man City win

Fabian Hurzeler has hailed the growing belief within his Brighton squad after the Seagulls secured a landmark 1-0 victory against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The result not only avenged their recent Carabao Cup exit but also solidified their position as genuine contenders at the top of the Premier League table.

Maresca fumes at 'silly' Man City errors

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has issued a stern warning to his players, demanding an end to the "silly goals" that have derailed their flawless start to the Premier League season. The Italian coach expressed his frustration after individual defensive lapses proved fatal for the second time in a week.

Manchester City player ratings: Doku shines in Brighton defeat

Manchester City suffered a second straight Premier League defeat as Brighton claimed a 1-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium, a week after their 2-1 loss to Aston Villa. Yasin Ayari's 11th-minute strike settled a frustrating afternoon for Enzo Maresca's men.

ENzo Maresca warns against Brighton's aggressive attack

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca warned his players that getting tactical balance right is essential to stopping aggressive Brighton at the Etihad Stadium. Maresca also confirmed winger Antoine Semenyo remains the club's only injury absentee.

Enzo Maresca reflects on post-Pep Guardiola era at Manchester City

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca believes the club is ahead of schedule following major summer changes after Pep Guardiola's decade of dominance. Maresca expressed satisfaction as City sit top of the Premier League despite significant squad changes.

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Donnarumma demoted? Maresca makes decision on City goalkeeper hierarchy after Rulli's heroics

Enzo Maresca has moved quickly to dismiss suggestions that Gianluigi Donnarumma could be replaced as Manchester City's first-choice goalkeeper. Despite Geronimo Rulli emerging as the hero in a dramatic Carabao Cup penalty shootout victory over Brighton, the Italian boss insists his hierarchy between the sticks remains unchanged.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	BW Linz	11	9	1	1	32	6	26	28	W W W D W
2	First Vienna FC	11	8	1	2	21	15	6	25	L W W W W
3	Austria Wien II	11	7	1	3	19	14	5	22	W W D W W
4	SV Austria Salzburg	11	6	1	4	20	14	6	19	W L W W L
5	Admira Wacker	11	6	0	5	13	11	2	18	L W W W L