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  2. Hurzeler on team fitness, Van Hecke's efforts and Man Utd

    Katie Stafford
    BBC Sport journalist

    Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Manchester United at Old Trafford (kick-off 17:30 BST).

    Here are the key lines from his news conference:

    • Midfielder Diego Gomez is available to start the game, while "one or two" of the injured trio of Karou Mitoma, Brajan Gruda and Joel Veltman may return to the matchday squad.

    • On the importance of Mitoma in games such as Saturday's: "We will try everything to have him in the squad as he is a game-changer for us. If he is not available then we won't complain and we will find a solution. It might be a chance for Tom Watson or other wingers."

    • Hurzeler said he is "very pleased to hear" that midfielder Carlos Baleba "feels like he is getting back to old" after a difficult start to the season. He added: "I saw him in training this week and it was impressive."

    • On Baleba playing against United, who were widely linked with him in the summer: "It is the next step for his personality to overcome these rumours and noise. It is only noise that tries to distract him from trying to perform for Brighton and I am sure he is going to put in a good performance for us."

    • He said United "are a danger for us" because "they play a more direct style" and "every player in the front can decide the game with one action". He added: "We have to stay alive for 90 minutes, whether that is in or out of possession."

    • Jan Paul van Hecke "is going over the expectation" Hurzeler has of him and is giving "120%" in everything he does. Hurzeler added: "His effort is always above the things you can expect as a coach. He has a very straight and honest opinion, which I always like because it is powerful for the team."

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  4. A light show inside Chichester Cathedral.

  5. A waste water treatment plant.

  6. The pier at Cromer with a choppy murky sea below and a huge wave crashing against the wall, at the front of the photo. At the end of the pier is Pavilion Theatre.

  7. Tree surgeons working to remove a fallen tree on a building.

  8. A flooded road.

  9. A group of people sitting on chairs, in a circle, inside a mosque.

  10. A black, orange and red 764 slogan.

  11. Close up image of Derek Martin staring to camera outside a prison van

  12. 'It was the best time I had in my football career' - LuaLua

    Kazenga LuaLua's iconic celebration Getty Images

    Former Brighton winger Kazenga LuaLua has fond memories of his time at the club, describing it as the high point of his football career.

    And he believes the Seagulls' rise is no surprise, praising the club's infrastructure developments - from the move to Amex Stadium to the new training ground - as pivotal steps that have helped them flourish.

    "It was the best time I had in my football career," LuaLua told BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast.

    "I always say this about Brighton when I talk to people about it. I have nothing bad to say about Brighton. I always say good things because they changed my life in a nice way. They gave me a platform to show what I can do, and I'm always grateful.

    "When I first signed, I got injured, and then I was sent back to Newcastle to do my treatment. I remember Gus Poyet telling me: 'I want you back here next season.' For him to say that and want me with me being injured as well, was unbelievable.

    "It was the best thing the club has ever done [moving to the Amex] and that was the start - then to get the new training ground, and from there Brighton just flew.

    "I am not surprised [by Brighton playing in Europe] as the club was moving in the right direction. It's nice to see. I hope they can keep improving."

    Listen to the full episode of Albion Unlimited on BBC Sounds

  13. Pride celebrations at St James's Street in Brighton - people are carrying rainbow flags, with a backdrop of shops.

  14. A teenage girl with brown hair wearing a blue top uses her smartphone.

  15. A school sign which reads The Regis School, the best in everyone.

  16. A scorched car outside the mosque. It is parked in front of the entrance steps, which are covered in black soot and have partially melted railings.

  17. Two brown bears sitting behind bars

  18. Close up of Derek Martin looking to camera outside a prison van

  19. The exterior of Lewes Crown Court. A light grey, stone building with three large white doors. Two people walk right to left on the pavement in front of the building

  20. Joe Marler in dungerees, a grey top and a blue beenie hat.

  21. A stock image of rain falling on a black umbrella.

  22. Two brown bears in a cage.

  23. A woman lies in a hospital bed in a blue gown playing a clarinet.

  24. 'Like a good wine, he's maturing with age'

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    Former Brighton forward Warren Aspinall was full of praise for Danny Welbeck's resurgence after he inspired the Seagulls to a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United at the weekend.

    The striker has now scored four in his past three games, including doubles against Chelsea and Newcastle, with his sharpness in front of goal matched by an intensity and experience that have become vital to Fabian Hurzeler's side.

    "Like a good wine, he's maturing with age," Aspinall said told BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast.

    "He sets standards on and off the pitch and his all-round game is getting better. I don't know what he's doing with his recovery, but it's working. That's for sure."

    Welbeck's work ethic and leadership also drew admiration from team-mate Jan Paul van Hecke, who highlighted the example he sets for others in the squad.

    "Incredible, not only his goals, but his work rate," Van Hecke said.

    "Everyone knows that when you play for us, you have to work really hard as we don't have the superstars here. But when you see Danny setting the example, all the boys will follow him and are really happy with him."

    Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds

    Listen to every Brighton game live on BBC Radio Sussex, with all the build-up and full commentary with Johnny Cantor and Warren Aspinall, and there is a full preview of all Seagulls' matches on Fridays at 18:00 in The Weekend Warm-up

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