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Matt O'Riley - Big chance to appear Saturday O'Riley has a very good chance of being an option for Saturday's match against Manchester City, per manager Fabian Hurzeler.

Impact O'Riley has been a fast recovery following ankle surgery back in September as he in a good place to get the call to the squad on Saturday. If this is the case, the midfielder will start off as depth option until he adjusts to playing in the Premier League. With Celtic last season, he made 37 appearances while scoring 18 goals with 13 assists in the Premiership.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Pedro - In contention for weekend Pedro (ankle) was featured back in team training Thursday and will be in contention for Saturday's clash with Manchester City.

Impact Pedro has been in training with the team and is looking fit to play this weekend. He was left off from the squad that played against Liverpool, but after an additional week of fitness training, he is likely to start the game on the bench. The midfielder has started three times in four appearances in Premier League play this season, scoring twice before prior injury with his last contest played on Sep 22.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Six saves in loss Verbruggen had six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Liverpool.

Impact Verbruggen faced eight shots and stopped six of them, nearly doing enough to salvage a point. The goalkeeper was brilliant, especially in the second half as Liverpool ramped up the pressure. He wasn't able to keep the clean sheet as a pair of late goals left him without anything to show for his excellent day.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Assists in loss Welbeck assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Welbeck provided an assist for the only goal during Saturday's loss, but he also missed a glorious chance for an equalizer. The striker remains the top choice in the starting XI, though he's not as lethal in front of net as he once way. Welbeck should continue to see plenty of chances in a strong attack.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ferdi Kadioglu - Scores brilliantly Kadioglu scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Liverpool. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Kadioglu scored an incredible finish to open the scoring during Saturday's clash. In the end it wasn't enough to take a point, but it was still a wonderful finish from the wide player. Kadioglu has shown why he was brought in despite other options at full-back, as his ability to play throughout the pitch makes him valuable in any match.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Yasin Ayari - Early exit Saturday Ayari was substituted off the field in the 76th minute due to an apparent injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of The Athletic. "I didn't speak to him afte...

Impact Ayari is in question with an injury after his early exit against Liverpool, although the exact location of his issues is still unknown. This could be a tough loss, with the midfielder starting in their past three matches, so they will hope his issues are minor. That said, he will be a late call for Saturday's match against Manchester City, with Mats Wieffer as his likely replacement after taking his spot on the field Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Baleba - Dealt knee injury Baleba was held out of Saturday's match due to a knee injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of The Athletic. "Carlos has an issue with his knee. He would ha...

Impact Baleba was a late scratch from Saturday's match against Liverpool, with the midfielder being stopped by a knee issue. It is unknown how long this will keep him out, although it appeared to be more of a cautious move, with the player getting a rest after being a consistent starter. That said, they will hope for him to be an option for their next match against Manchester City on Saturday. Jack Hinshelwood replaced Beleba in the starting XI against Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ferdi Kadioglu blasts Brighton 1-0 in front of Liverpool | Premier League

NOVEMBER 2 • YOUTUBE

Ferdi Kadioglu - Starting against Reds Kadioglu (knock) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Kadioglu was a minor doubt for Saturday's match after picking up an injury midweek. The midfielder is fit and now will be in for a tough task against the flying attack of Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ferdi Kadioglu - Injury not serious Kadioglu picked up a minor injury against Nottingham on Wednesday and is set to be questionable for Saturday's trip to Liverpool. "I think with Ferdi Kadioglu it's not that bad [af...

Impact Kadioglu was forced to sub off at half with a minor injury during the Carabao Cup loss to Nottingham. It does not sound like the issue is something to worry about, though it will still leave him questionable for the trip to Liverpool. This leaves room for Jack Hinshelwood for a chance to get a start if the midfielder is not fit, having started the last four games played for the Seagulls, totaling six crosses (two accurate) 12 clearances and six interceptions in that span.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Pedro - Scheduled to train Pedro (ankle) is scheduled to return to training Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Liverpool. Per manager Fabian Hurzeler, "Also Joao Pedro will be back in training. Some player...

Impact Pedro is on track to a possible return Saturday after missing the last four matches with an ankle injury. If fit, the midfielder may start on the bench, depending on hit fitness level despite scoring two goals in the previous three games played prior to his injury.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Matt O'Riley - Positive news O'Riley (ankle) is back in training as his return to the pitch is set to be sooner than expected. According to manager Fabian Hurzeler, "We have to see also Matt O'Riley - he's ba...

Impact O'Riley is making exceptional progress from ankle surgery as he is already back on the pitch after 12 weeks post-op. This could see him make a return as early as November, pending fitness and pain tolerance. The midfielder will also aim to make his team debut for Brighton after signing in the summer from Celtic.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Adingra - Starts in Carabao Cup Adingra started and played the full 90 in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Adingra has fully returned after going unused off the bench against Wolves on Saturday, with the attacker starting in Wednesday's cup match. He was solid in his time on the field, notching one goal on four shots while adding two chances created. He has only started in one of his five appearances in league play and is likely to return to the bench for most matches moving forward, serving in a rotational role.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Dunk - Will be evaluated after training Dunk (calf) is set to be reassessed after Thursday's training to determine his availability for Saturday's trip to Liverpool, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "We have to see...

Impact Dunk had to sit out Saturday after picking up a late calf injury. He is inching closer to a return to the pitch, though will have to be reassessed Thursday see if he is fit to make the trip to Liverpool. The defender had started the last eight games prior, recording 19 clearances while making five blocks with two clean sheets in that span.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Hinshelwood - Back Wednesday Hinshelwood (undisclosed) came off the bench for Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Hinshelwood returned to action after missing out against Wolves due to a knock. The defender came off the bench for the Carabao Cup clash and played the final 20 minutes. He should be in for a full return against Liverpool against on Saturday.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Matt O'Riley - Running on grass O'Riley (ankle) was training on grass Tuesday, Brighton announced.

Impact O'Riley continues to work back to fitness after suffering an ankle injury early in the season. The midfielder is training on grass and working without the ball, an important step towards his recovery. If all goes well the O'Riley could be back after the international break in November.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Hinshelwood - Likely for Carabao Cup match Hinshelwood (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Yes, he has a chance. I think the chance of Jack is even hig...

Impact Hinshelwood looks to be in for a return after missing the club's last match, with the midfielder recovering from his undisclosed issues. This would be a huge addition back, as he did start in every match before his injury. That said, if he is fit, he will likely return to the starting XI, sending Yasin Ayari or Ferdi Kadioglu to the bench.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Yankuba Minteh - Could feature Wednesday Minteh (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Brighton, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Yes, he has a chance. With Minteh we'll see. We have to look how he is...

Impact Minteh will be a late call Wednesday, with the forward having been handed the questionable tag for the contest against Arsenal. His availability will probably come down to a fitness test, with a decision not being made until game time. The big question is where he will lineup, as he did start in five of his seven appearances before his injury, although that may choose to be cautious and keep him on the bench, with Yasin Ayari continuing in his spot.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Dunk - Dealt "small" issue Dunk (calf) suffered a "small muscle" injury and is day-to-day, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "He has a small muscle issue, not that big. He's a great healer. We have to go...

Impact Dunk has been handed a small injury following the scans on his calf, with the defender currently going day by day in his recovery program. That said, he is questionable for Wednesday's Cup match against Arsenal, with his availability coming down to a fitness test. He has been a regular starter, so he will hope to see the start if fit, although the club may choose to be cautious and leave him on the bench. His likely replacement would be Igor.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Yankuba Minteh - Nearing return Minteh (groin) is "hopefully close" to a return, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of the Athletic.

Impact Minteh looks to almost be ready for a return after missing the club's past two games. This will likely require him to train with the group before a full return, which has yet to happen. That said, he will look to get into training this week, leaving him as an option for Saturday's match against Liverpool.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis Dunk - Set for scan on calf Dunk is set for scans on his calf following his exit from warm-ups Saturday, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of the Athletic.

Impact Dunk will hope for the best as he heads in for scans, with a scary scene taking place for the defender after being stretchered off during warm-ups. It appears the issues are within his calf, although not much more will be known until after his scans. He has started in all eight matches he has been available for, sot this is a significant loss, with Igor as his likely replacement moving forward.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tariq Lamptey - Provides assist in draw Lamptey assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton.

Impact Lamptey made his first Premier League appearance of the season, coming off the bench in the 80th minute of the match. He made an impact despite his limited minutes as he registered an assist five minutes after entering the match.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Georginio Rutter - Provides assist in draw Rutter assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Rutter notched his second assist of the season as he delivered a beautiful through ball to Danny Welbeck in the 45th minute, which helped open up the scoring. He has now registered a goal contribution in four consecutive games.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

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