JUNE 13, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
BRIGHTON 6-4-2 · 5TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE · EUROPA LEAGUE
6-4-2 · 5TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE · EUROPA LEAGUE
Next Match vs Southampton (H) · Fri 8:00PM
BHA -227 TOTAL 3.5
Caicedo and Sarmiento starring for Ecuador - and being backed to do same for Brighton Brighton have only seen a glimpse of Ecuador duo Moises Caicedo and Jeremy Sarmiento playing together - expect that to change next season
Pascal Gross - Inks new contract Gross signed a new contract with Brighton & Hove Albion on Friday keeping him with the club through June of 2024.
Impact Gross started 24 of his 29 appearances for the club this year in which he garnered two goals on 24 shots (nine on target), four assists, 189 crosses (59 accurate) and 100 corners. Given his role on freekicks, Gross should continue to offer top-end fantasy value heading into the 2022-23 campaign.
JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jeremy Sarmiento - Playing with national team Sarmiento (hamstring) closed the season with a hamstring injury but immediately featured for Ecuador in a recent friendly.
Impact Sarmiento will hope to get back his fitness and health over the summer, which could allow him to fight for minutes in Brighton's midfield. He played just 45 minutes for Brighton's senior team this past season, one of which was a start when he was forced off in the 13th minute. He doesn't figure to be a massive player next season, but he should get more than 45 minutes if he can stay healthy.
JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Alexis MacAllister - Enjoys career season with Seagulls Mac Allister scored five goals and provided two assists off 60 shots and 31 chances created. He also added 66 crosses and 65 tackles over 33 appearances (22 starts) during this pas...
Impact Mac Allister finally had the performances that supporters expected from him when he joined from Argentinos Juniors, showcasing his playmaking and finishing skills while also providing some substantial help on the defensive end. From defensive midfielder to forward, the talented playmaker was deployed in several positions during the campaign and did a nice job most of the times. At just 23 years old, Mac Allister still has a lot of room for improvement and, if Brighton is able to keep him for the next term, expect a more featured role and even better numbers from a fantasy perspective.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yves Bissouma - Has solid season despite absences Bissouma scored one goal, provided two assists and made 76 tackles, 47 clearances and 50 interceptions over 26 appearances (25 starts) during the past season.
Impact Bissouma missed several matches due to suspensions, knee injuries and serving his national team at AFCON, but played amazingly when available, being among the top 10 EPL players in both tackles per game and interceptions per game. We shouldn't expect many contributions from him on the offensive end, but Bissouma's combination of tenacity and strength in the middle of the park will probably make him a great fantasy perform once again next season.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shane Duffy - Completes disappoint campaign Duffy scored one goal off 22 shots and racked up 15 tackles, 75 clearances, 16 interceptions and 18 blocks over 18 appearances (15 starts) during this past season.
Impact Duffy began his campaign putting up strong performances almost every game and being in the starting XI 12 times over the first 15 matches, But then came a suspension for yellow-card accumulation and a COVID-19 infection to take away his momentum. Since then, the centre back had a pair of injuries and played just five more times (three starts), which included not seeing a single minute over the last nine contests. Duffy fell behind Joel Veltman, Lewis Dunk and Adam Webster in the pecking order and, even if no defensive reinforcements join Brighton during the summer transfer window, Leo Ostigard and Jan Paul van Hecke will be back from their respective loans and make competition for playing time even tougher next season.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Marc Cucurella - Finishes strong campaign Cucurella scored one goal, provided one assist, created 42 chances, sent in 115 crosses and made 93 tackles and 65 clearances over 35 appearances (all starts) this past season.
Impact Cucurella made his debut season with Brighton after joining from Getafe. The full-back didn't have many appearances on the scoresheet but, other than that, had similar or even better numbers than the ones he was used to rack up playing at La Liga. And we should take into account the much increased defensive responsibilities, which included nine starts as a centre back when his side played with a three-men back line. The youngster had his name involved in several transfer rumors recently, being linked with a handful of European giants, but his destiny for next season won't affect his status as a fantasy stud.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Neal Maupay - Finishes disappointing season Maupay played 32 league matches (25 starts), with eight goals scored and two assists off 61 shots and 23 chances created.
Impact Maupay started the campaign locked up as a starter and had some strong performances to justify his role, with four goals over the first six matches. But then he could only score four more times during the rest of the season, with just one coming after the calendar flipped to 2022. These poor performances would eventually cost him his spot in the lineup and he started just one of the last nine contests, even being an unused substitute in four of them. His eight goals were still tied for team best, but it's still to be known if Brighton will give him another shot to prove his value next term.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leandro Trossard - Closes another solid season Trossard finished with eight goals and three assists from 74 shots and 47 chances created this past season.
Impact Trossard didn't play in the finale due to a minor issue and there are some rumors that he'll move elsewhere over the summer. However, if he stays at Brighton, there will be a spot for him in the side after another top season. He's started in at least 30 matches each of the last two campaigns and appeared in at least 31 in each of the last three.
MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Robert Sanchez - Concedes one in win Sanchez made one save and conceded one goal during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact Sanchez couldn't do much against Michail Antonio's powerful shot from just outside the box that opened the scoring for the opposition in the 40th minute. Other than than, the goalkeeper didn't see much action, so there weren't many opportunities to offset the goal allowed. Sanchez had another strong campaign for Brighton, with 101 saves, 42 goals conceded and 11 clean sheets over 37 starts, and will probably be targeted by several bigger clubs for next season.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Adam Webster - Plays well in season finale Webster had two off-target shots and made one tackle (won), seven clearances, one interception and two blocks during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact Webster was back in the starting XI, with Joel Veltman being deployed at right back, and made most of the chance, racking up a season-high seven clearances and even being dangerous on offensive set pieces. Despite being the odd man out most of times his side used a three-men defensive line, the centre back delivered when called into action during the campaign, with two goals, 26 tackles, 62 clearances, 17 interceptions,17 blocks and four clean sheets over 22 appearances (16 starts).
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lewis Dunk - Makes seven clearances in win Dunk made seven clearances during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact Dunk miscalculated his jump and then was held off by Michail Antonio on the play the resulted in the goal scored by the opposition. Other than that, the centre back was flawless against opposing attackers, even Antonio, and matched his season high in clearances. A knee injury made Dunk miss several matches between December and January but this was still a positive campaign for him, with one goal, 111 clearances, 27 interceptions, 28 blocks and just three yellow cards over 29 starts.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Danny Welbeck - Scores, assists in win Welbeck scored a goal off four shots (two on target), made an assist and created three chances during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact Welbeck had another big performance here, being involved in many dangerous plays, both finishing and creating for his teammates, and was rewarded for his efforts during the closing stages of the match. First, in the 80th minute, he made a big play to assist Pascal Gross' goal that gave his side a 2-1 lead. Then, the forward headed home a corner from the right to seal the 3-1 win for Brighton. Over 25 league appearances (15 starts), Welbeck had six and two assists, with three goals and two assists coming over the last five. The strong finish made his contract renewal a priority in Brighton and, according to manager Graham Potter, sides are "really close" to reach an agreement.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pascal Gross - Scores, assists in win Gross scored a goal off his lone shot, provided an assist, created four chances, sent in eight crosses (three accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 3-1 win over...
Impact Gross was arguably the best man on the pitch here, The playmaker created most of Brighton's dangerous plays, scored his side's second goal with a stunning turnaround shot from just inside the box in the 80th minute and assisted the goal that sealed the 3-1 win during stoppage time. Over his 29 appearances this season (24 starts), Gross scored two goals, made four assisted and added 60 chances created and 189 crosses. His contract is set to expire in July and there's been some interest on him but, according to manager Graham Potter, he is "really close" to agree terms to a new contract with the Seagulls.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Solly March - Provides assist in win March made an assist, created one chance and sent in five crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact March made his fourth consecutive start, something that didn't happen yet during all season, and finished his campaign in a high note, assisting Joel Veltman for his side's first goal in the 50th minute. Despite the important contribution in the final game, this was a disappointing season for the winger, who finished the year with no goals, just two assists, 35 chances created and 94 crosses over 31 appearances (17 starts).
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Joel Veltman - Scores in win Veltman scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and made four tackles (one won), two clearances and three interceptions during Sunday's 3-1 win over West Ham.
Impact Veltman had another solid performance on the defensive end, this time as a right back, but his biggest contribution came on offense as he netted a one-timed shot to draw things level at 1-1 in the 50th minute, paving the way for his side to close the season with a nice come-from-behind win. This was the first goal of the season for Veltman, who played equally well as right back and as centre back. Over his 34 appearances, the defender also added one assist, 17 chances created, 42 crosses, 85 clearances, 74 tackles and eight clean sheets, being a key piece for Brighton to have their best-ever EPL campaign.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pascal Gross, Brighton turn tables on West Ham United ' Premier League
MAY 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE
EPL: West Ham loses 3-1 at Brighton, into Conference League
West Ham missed the chance to snatch a dramatic return to the Europa League after squandering a lead to lose 3-1 to Brighton in the Premier LeagueMAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Leandro Trossard - Out against West Ham Trossard is not in the squad for Sunday's finale against West Ham.
Impact Trossard is a surprise absence for Sunday's finale, as he was replaced by Adam Webster in the starting XI and Marc Cucurella on the wing. It's unfortunate for Trossard, who was closing the campaign in good form, recording a slew of goals in recent starts.
MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Enock Mwepu - Available for finale Mwepu (groin) will be in the squad for Sunday's finale against West Ham but probably won't start, according to manager Graham Potter.
Impact Mwepu missed the last two matches with a groin issue, but it looks like he'll fight through the minor injury to be an option Sunday. He could be used off the bench, but it's at least good to see him pushing through to be an option after a long debut season in the Premier League.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cucurella: 'Mascherano said "good morning" - I didn't say anything, I was so nervous' With a new city, new baby and new language, Cucurella struggled after arriving in Brighton. Now, however, he is thriving.
MAY 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Yves Bissouma - Records assist Bissouma logged one assist during a 1-1 draw Sunday against Leeds United.
Impact Danny Welbeck made the most of a Bissouma through ball. The latter logged his second 2021-22 Premier League assist. Because the midfielder does not regularly log assists, Bissouma's fantasy managers should be satisfied that he recorded multiple at all.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Danny Welbeck - Goal contribution during start Welbeck scored one goal across 90 minutes during a 1-1 draw Sunday against Leeds United.
Impact Welbeck has six goal contributions (five goals and one assist) across the 2021-22 English Premier League. He logged half of those from April 24 until now. Welbeck's recent statistical output is helping him earn starts, forcing Neal Maupay to be a substitute.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Robert Sanchez - Allows goal Sanchez allowed one goal during a 1-1 draw Sunday against Leeds United.
Impact Sanchez conceded a goal to substitute Pascal Struijk and will try redeeming himself during the Brighton team's final 2021-22 Premier League game next Sunday versus West Ham.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leeds out of EPL's bottom 3 after stoppage-time equalizer
Leeds climbed out of the Premier League’s relegation zone in dramatic style after Pascal Struijk’s stoppage-time equalizer secured a 1-1 draw against BrightonMAY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
