Brighton Team News Page 26 - Soccer

Jason Steele - Concedes once in draw Steele recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Impact Steele made his third consecutive start, recording four saves in this contest while allowing only one goal. He has been in better form recently, securing his first clean sheet in the Europa League this season, but has yet to keep a clean sheet in the Premier League this season. Next, he'll face Everton, a team that has scored ten goals in ten games.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Ferguson provides the break through for Brighton against Fulham | Premier League

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tariq Lamptey - Not ready to return Lamptey (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's clash with Fulham, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "We can't lose any more players. We hope Tariq and Pervis can come back into the...

Impact Lamptey has now missed three matches in a row due to this same injury. With both Lamptey and Pervis Estupinan (strain) on the sideline Solly March and James Milner have been made to deputize at left-back a role both can play, though neither are naturals there.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pervis Estupinan - Training individually Estupinan (strain) was pictured in individual training Wednesday.

Impact Estupinan trained on the side Wednesday as he makes his way back from a muscular injury. The wing-back is still targeting a return in November, potentially before the international break. Tariq Lamptey and Solly March have both taken starts at left-back with Estupinan out, but neither would be in contention when Estupinan is fit once more.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Facing extended absence Welbeck (strain) will be sidelined indefinitely after manager Roberto De Zerbi told reporters Wednesday. "Solly March is injured, Danny Welbeck as well. Solly's injury is unfortuna...

Impact At this point, Welbeck should probably be expected to be sidelined through at least the November international break, though it certainly sounds as though it could be longer. Prior to getting hurt, Welbeck made four starts in the club's previous five contests, including the previous UEL matchup with Marseille. In those five appearances, the forward managed two shots (one on target), one cross (inaccurate) and three tackles (one won). Joao Pedro figures to fill the attacking midfield role with Welbeck on the shelf.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Veltman: 'I can't compare De Zerbi to any other coach. Tactically he is one of a kind' Brighton's Dutch full-back says his manager has taken his game to a whole new level, as he prepares to face his old club Ajax...

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Solly March - Out for extended period March suffered a serious knee injury and there's no clear timetable for his return, though he's expected to be out for a substantial period of time, Derren Howard of Yahoo reports....

Impact A full diagnosis of March's injury has yet to be revealed, but De Zerbi's quotes are clear, and the Seagulls are getting ready to be without an important player for an extended period of time. March has been a regular starter for Brighton this season and has been part of the XI in each of his nine appearances across all competitions in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Gross - Sends in three crosses Gross registered one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Gross was not his usual self on Saturday, as he was limited by the Manchester City press to only one shot and three crosses. The midfielder has now gone three matches in the Premier League without a goal contribution, his longest streak of the season. He did miss a two-match spell before the international break due to an injury but should be a regular starter again now that he is back healthy.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma - Takes three shots Mitoma registered three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Mitoma had a pretty disappointing showing on Saturday, only notching three shots and one tackle in the loss. The midfielder was a game-time decision on Saturday, so his poor performance may be blamed on him still not being completely fit. He will look to have a better performance in Thursday's match against Ajax.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ansu Fati - Goal as substitute Ansu Fati scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Ansu Fati had looked to have sparked a comeback in the 73rd minute after scoring a goal only six minutes into his appearance, but ultimately, Brighton fell short of the comeback, losing 2-1. The forward has now registered both of his goal contributions off of the bench this season, with the other coming in their 6-1 loss to Villa. He has struggled to earn time in the starting XI with only two starts this season but may have earned another chance to start after his performance against City.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jason Steele - Allows two against City Steele had three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Steele wasn't at his best on Saturday, allowing two goals while making three saves in the loss. The goalie is still yet to register a clean sheet this season, but not all of it has been on him, as his defense has allowed the most goals in the Premier League this season. Due to the constant rotation between Steele and fellow keeper Bart Verbruggen, it is uncertain who will get the nod in net for Thursday's Europa League clash against Ajax.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solly March - Departs with injury March left Saturday's 2-1 loss against Manchester City with an undisclosed injury during the second half.

Impact March was stretched off the field, so there's a chance he might have suffered something serious, though more tests will be needed to confirm the severity of the injury. He should be considered a significant doubt for next week as Brighton will have two matches -- against Ajax in the UEFA Europa League (Oct. 26) and against Fulham (Oct. 29) in the Premier League, both at home.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Lasts 16 minutes Welbeck departed Saturday's contest against Manchester City with an undisclosed injury during the early stages of the first half.

Impact It's unclear what kind of injury Welbeck suffered, and further tests will be needed to confirm the severity of the injury. Evan Ferguson took his place and will lead the Seagulls' attack against the reigning league champions.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Milner - Starting as full-back Milner (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Manchester City,

Impact Milner is in the starting lineup for this one but will do it in a different position, as the veteran midfielder will be forced to handle the right side of the defense due to the lack of defensive options available.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma - Starts Saturday Mitoma (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Manchester City,

Impact Mitoma didn't represent Japan during the international break, but he's fit enough to play here, and the winger should have a prominent role upfront against one of the best defenses in the league. Mitoma has three goals and three assists across nine EPL appearances (eight starts) in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Igor - Starting against Man City Igor Julio (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Manchester City,

Impact Igor Julio is set to make his second start for the Seagulls, and it couldn't have come at a more challenging match, as he'll have to deal with Erling Haaland and the rest of Manchester City's attacking line. He's made just two appearances in all competitions in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Moder - Returns to group Moder (knee) is back in team training, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "Jakub Moder has started to work with the group, which is great news for him."

Impact Moder won't be rushed back after more than 15 months on the sideline, but even appearing on the pitch is a huge boon for the midfielder. There's no indication of what, if any, role Moder will play when back on the pitch but at this point it's just good to see the midfielder back out on the pitch.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tariq Lamptey - Still out Saturday Lamptey (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's trip to Manchester City, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "Pervis Estupinan and Tariq Lamptey are injured."

Impact Lamptey wasn't active during the international break, instead staying in Brighton to work on his recovery. It appears the extra two weeks weren't enough for Lamptey to get back on the pitch. There's still no timeline or specifics for Lamptey's injury, so this is quickly becoming a major concern as he approaches month on the sideline, especially with Pervis Estupinan (strain) also on the sideline.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Milner - Fit and available Milner (strain) is good to go for Saturday's trip to Manchester City, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "James Milner is available play, to start the game,"

Impact Miner is fit and available for Saturday's trip. He was reportedly close to getting on the pitch before the international break but it appears he was able to fully heal during the break and is now an option for the first team. Milner could even be called upon to deputize at left-back with Tariq Lamptey (undisclosed) ruled out.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaoru Mitoma - Pens contract extension Mitoma has agreed to a new four-year contract extension with Brighton, keeping him with the club until June 2027.

Impact Mitoma has been upstanding for Brighton since joining in 2022, making a total of 31 starts in 41 appearances in the Premier League dating back to last season. In that span, the midfielder has recorded 10 goals with eight assists while also logging in 57 crosses (six accurate) and 57 chances created. This campaign, Mitoma is averaging about two crosses per contest with three goals and and three assists in eight games.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Lallana's coaching experience shows Brighton future beyond playing career Adam Lallana has experience coaching at Brighton and with England's under-21s set-up ahead of his playing contract expiring next summer

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

March's versatility eases Brighton's left-back concerns Solly March has played as a winger and wing-back for successive Brighton managers but, against Mohamed Salah, he proved adept as a left-back

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kaoru Mitoma - Withdraws from national team Mitoma has withdrawn from the Japan national team over the international break.

Impact Mitoma has been a warrior for Brighton, playing the full 90 in each of the last three matches, which includes the midweek UEL game in Marseille. He's started all but one match this season and in the game he didn't, he bagged a brace off the bench. The hope is that he's getting some rest over the break and this isn't a major injury, though more information should come out on his situation in the coming week.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tariq Lamptey - Not playing over break Lamptey did not travel to play for Ghana over the international break because of a knock suffered last week.

Impact Lamptey went 90 minutes in the draw at Marseille in Europa League but was completely left out of the squad for the draw against Liverpool. It's unclear what the injury is and given his injury history, any kind of time on the sideline isn't going to be good. With Pervis Estupinan injured, Lamptey has a chance to see major minutes for Brighton.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bart Verbruggen - Stops two shots Verbruggen registered two saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.

Impact Verbruggen stopped two of the four shots he saved to earn a draw during Sunday's clash with Liverpool. The goalkeeper has switched with Jason Steele in recent matches, though getting the nod for a big game against Liverpool could be a sign that Verbruggen is seen as the top choice goalkeeper moving forward.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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