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Brighton v Nottingham Forest: Did you know?published at 16:13 26 March
16:13 26 March
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This is the first FA Cup meeting between Brighton and Nottingham Forest. Forest have progressed from both previous cup ties against the Seagulls - 3-1 in the 1977-78 League Cup quarter-finals, and 3-0 on aggregate in the 1986-87 League Cup second round.
Brighton have progressed from their past two FA Cup quarter-finals, beating Millwall on penalties in 2018-19 and thrashing Grimsby Town 5-0 in 2022-23.
Forest have lost their past three FA Cup quarter-final ties, all by a 1-0 scoreline. They most recently reached the semi-finals of the competition in 1990-91, ultimately reaching the final and losing to Tottenham.
🎧'Only one step from Wembley - why not?'published at 12:09 26 March
12:09 26 March
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Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final against Nottingham Forest is Brighton's chance to reach a third Wembley semi-final in six seasons after reaching the final four in 2019 and 2023 campaigns.
The Athletic's Brighton reporter Andy Naylor joined BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast to discuss the side's chances of winning the competition.
"To win the first major trophy in the club's history would be quite something," he said. "Only one step from Wembley and the semi-finals now, so why not?"
The Seagulls lost both their previous visits, 1-0 to Manchester City in 2019 before being knocked out on penalties by Manchester United in 2023. Given how the FA Cup has unfolded this season, Naylor sees a real opportunity for Fabian Hurzeler's side to get silverware.
"The competition is fascinating this season - it is nice to see it not being dominated by those big clubs," he said.
"You still have Manchester City in the competition, but they have a tough tie away at Bournemouth. You've got Crystal Palace v Fulham as a quarter-final - how do you call that? You'd probably fancy Aston Villa to get through at Preston North End, but that won't be an easy tie either.
Does FA Cup have its magic back?published at 14:28 25 March
14:28 25 March
Pat Nevin Former footballer and presenter
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Looking a little further ahead in England, at least this weekend gives some players a little break. The Premier League takes a rest while the FA Cup quarter-finals top the bill and rarely has there been a more unusual cast list.
Bournemouth, Preston North End, Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Brighton are not regulars in FA Cup finals, so it is a great chance for glory.
Not since Forest in 1959 have any of the above won the trophy.
Many of the big dogs have gone out already - not because they didn't care, but because they simply weren't good enough.
The FA Cup seems to have its sparkle back and, with a bit of luck, it might even have the first magical fairytale ending we have seen since Wigan in 2013.
'There have been games this season that have bypassed him'published at 12:07 24 March
12:07 24 March
Scott McCarthy Fan writer
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With Brighton on a sequence of seven Premier League games unbeaten, including six successive wins, asking which player needs to do more is akin to asking whether I would rather give up eating sausages or drinking red wine. Impossible to answer.
Lewis Dunk sprung to mind. The Albion captain has been well below his best in 2024-25, and this current fantastic run of form coincides with his absence because of a rib injury.
When Dunk might return is clouded in mystery. Could be against Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup on Saturday. Might not be until May. Either way, it seems harsh to tell a bloke who has spent seven weeks and counting in the treatment room that he needs to do more.
I have, therefore, gone for Joao Pedro. When Pedro is in the right mood, he is a fantastic footballer. You don't lead the line for Brazil wearing the number nine shirt if you aren't.
But there have been games this season that have bypassed him, in which his most noteworthy contribution has been to wave at the Amex crowd, demanding more support from the terraces (a subject previously covered on this page).
There are other aspects of Pedro's game which have come close to letting the Albion down. He was lucky to escape a red card against Brentford in December when swinging an elbow in frustration at an opponent.
Against Manchester City last time out, Pedro might have picked up a second yellow for simulation. He does like to roll around on the floor, although his acting skills are unlikely to bother Steve McFadden in terms of competition for a National Television Award this year.
Pedro is good enough to be one of the next big money departures from Brighton to a 'big six' club. If he plays as well as he can over the remainder of the campaign, it could happen as soon as this summer.
Brighton sign teenager Yoonpublished at 10:15 21 March
10:15 21 March
Brighton have signed 18-year-old winger Yoon Doyoung from South Korean club Daejeon Hana Citizen.
Yoon, who has penned a five-year-deal, will join the Seagulls on 1 July, after completing the remainder of the season on loan at his current club.
Technical Director David Weir said: "Yoon is widely regarded as one of the best young talents in Asia and we're very pleased he's chosen to become a Brighton player.
"We will be watching closely as he continues his development in the South Korean League through until the summer, and then look to find a suitable loan for him next season."
From third to 10th - pundit predictspublished at 09:19 21 March
09:19 21 March
With the Premier League top two fairly set in stone and the relegation places all but decided, we asked former England midfielder Fara Williams to pick her final table from third down to 10th.
Nottingham Forest will hang on to third based on what they have built this season in terms of being defensively hard to break down and playing in transitions very well. They are finding ways to win games by playing to their strengths.
I do not think Chelsea are good enough to secure fourth. I have put Manchester City there because they have enough firepower and always seem to finish Premier League seasons really well. They have not been in good form but they have that know-how and still a bit of a fear factor against some of the teams they play.
I have Chelsea in fifth because if Cole Palmer can refind his form they will have a good run of games. Newcastle in sixth - where they currently sit - as I think they will continue on the same trajectory with their run of fixtures.
The rest is really difficult. I have put Bournemouth seventh as their pressing and high-intensity play will see them pick up form again and rise a few places.
I have Aston Villa eighth as their focus will be on the Champions League, then Brighton ninth and Fulham 10th as I do not think their form will improve significantly. They are still impressive finishes.
Having said this, it has never been so close in this area of the table from what I can remember. These teams are likely to finish within one win of each other so much can change on one result.
Fara Williams was speaking to BBC Sport's Nat Hayward
'It is never dull being an Albion supporter'published at 12:36 18 March
12:36 18 March
Scott McCarthy Fan writer
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It was not so long ago that the only reason for a Brighton fan to look forward to an away game at Manchester City was because it was one of the only away ground concourses in English football that sold a well-known dark fruit cider.
This was both a blessing and a curse. Take the Albion's first visit to Etihad Stadium in May 2018.
Many pints of said drink were sunk, both before the match and during half-time. The pain of a 3-1 defeat was lessened.
On the flip side, it meant missing the booked public transport home and an unplanned night in Manchester until the first train back to London the following morning.
And that 3-1 defeat was one of Brighton's better efforts. Largely because it involved an actual Albion goal.
Before facing City on Saturday, Brighton's record at Etihad Stadium read: played seven, lost seven, scored three, conceded 18. Grim.
To therefore be disappointed that Brighton were leaving the Etihad with a mere point from visit eight was quite an extraordinary feeling.
Likewise, wondering just how costly Carlos Baleba blazing over the bar with 10 minutes remaining might be to the Albion's Champions League hopes.
The current campaign, in many ways, reminds me of the 2022-23 season. Talk of the Europa League seemed fanciful going into the March international break. Little ol' Brighton finishing in the top six? Surely not.
And yet, Roberto de Zerbi and his players went on to make history. Fast forward two years and Fabian Hurzeler and the current crop have every chance of doing the same.
No matter what happens from this point onwards, the final two months of the season are going to be an absolute roller coaster.
From losing 7-0 at Nottingham Forest to being seven unbeaten - including six wins and a draw against the four-in-a-row champions - it is never dull being an Albion supporter.
Scott: A fabulous game of football from both sides. Brighton employed the high press with great success, shutting down City's attacks at source. City used the wings excellently, and should have reaped more rewards, but for wayward finishing. On the whole, a fair result.
Keith: City have arrived at a crossroads for Pep, and he hasn't got the team to play the same way we did. Things have to change, either by the style of play or with the players retained. Why does Pep retain Lewis, Gvardiol, Ederson, or Nunes?
John: Sadly, this was the day City's Champions League chances all but disappeared. Liverpool, Arsenal and Nottingham Forest will take first, second and third, Chelsea will take fourth while Brighton are in brilliant form and will take fifth. City and Newcastle are fighting for sixth.
Brian: City struggle to kill off games and because of this struggle to hold on. They made progress today but defensive errors continue to halt the team success. We have high possession stats but poor shot stats - it is a boring watch. Brighton are excellent on the counter-attack and City struggle with the speed of such forward play. Qualification for Europe is going to be a challenge. We need to be more aggressive up front.
Brighton fans
Fran: A mixed performance but also a good point. To be disappointed having a draw at City shows how far we have come. Just more clinical finishing for those two clear chances and we would have taken all three points!
Steve: Oh dear, two golden chances to win it! I suppose before the game we would take a point, but how good is it to feel slightly disappointed to only draw away at City. This team is showing real class and potential. Let's hope we can keep these guys for a while before they are poached.
Jimmy: Minteh's one-footedness cost Brighton here. If he had a right foot, he'd have had a tap in, instead of lunging two footed and missing the ball completely.
Stan: Brilliant performance from the Seagulls today. I would prefer a win but happy with the draw. Seagulls soaring into Europe.
Catch up on the Premier League actionpublished at 12:40 16 March
12:40 16 March
Highlights and analysis from Saturday's five Premier League fixtures.
'Happy with the performance, not happy with the result'published at 18:18 15 March
18:18 15 March
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Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler, speaking to BBC MOTD: "We gave away goals in a very cheap way and we have to improve.
"The fact that we came back twice and we had big opportunities to go for the win is a very positive one. We showed our identity and that's how we want to play.
"Overall, I am happy with the performance, but not happy with the result.
"It is very obvious for me and clear that we should leave this pitch as a winner. Sometimes in football it's like this.
"We have to analyse this game and then we should be disappointed about the draw.
"We should stay grounded, humble and keep pushing each other.
"This club always works hard. We have a situation with the run after the Forest game. It is because we're doing the basics right. We have to keep doing it for the rest of the season."
Lamptey facing spell on sidelinespublished at 18:02 15 March
18:02 15 March
Simon Stone Chief football news reporter
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Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has just delivered some worrying news about full-back Tariq Lamptey.
The former Chelsea man was due to return from suspension today but was not in the visitors squad at the Etihad Stadium.
Hurzeler's comments were vague. But they were not positive as he was asked why Lamptey and Solly March were missing.
"Tariq has a bigger issue," he said. "He had a bad moment in training and I can't say exactly how long he will be out."
Sutton's predictions: Man City v Brightonpublished at 13:02 15 March
13:02 15 March
This is not an easy one to call, because Brighton are on a great run - they have won four in a row and are right in the mix for the Champions League places.
The Seagulls will move above City in the table if they win, but everyone down to Bournemouth in ninth place could be in the top five by the end of the weekend, it is that tight.
I have been a bit gutless with City recently and have backed them to win games like this against the teams around them in the table - like last week against Forest, for example.
I don't really want to make that mistake again but, at the same time, I do think City look a lot more dangerous with Omar Marmoush in the team.
Also, I'm told that lot of FPL managers have piled in on Erling Haaland this week because they think he is going to score a hatful in City's next two league games, here and against Leicester at the start of April. I can see where they are coming from.
Man City v Brighton: Did you know?published at 13:06 14 March
13:06 14 March
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Manchester City have never lost a home league match against Brighton (W12 D2), winning the past 10 in a row. It is the most they have faced an opponent at home without defeat in their league history (14).
Brighton are enjoying the longest ongoing winning run in the Premier League (four games). It is the Seagulls' longest sequence of league victories since April 2017 in the Championship (five) and their joint-longest in the top flight (also five from April-May 1981).
Hurzeler on Dunk, pressure and chasing Man Citypublished at 11:44 14 March
11:44 14 March
Tyrese King BBC Sport journalist
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game at Manchester City (kick-off 15:00 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Hurzeler said Lewis Dunk is still not available due to injury but is "getting closer" to returning. There is hope Dunk can recover after the international break in time for the FA Cup quarter-final against Nottingham Forest.
Matt O'Riley still "has a little bit of a problem with his knee" so will not feature but Hurzeler hopes he will be able to return after the international break.
Meanwhile, Tariq Lamptey will be an "option" after serving his suspension.
On thriving in the race for the Champions League places: "Honestly, I love pressure. So, I always find a way to deal with it. I never feel pressure from the owner or from outside [influences] because I put it on myself. In the end, but the biggest pressure I put on myself because I'm the most demanding person.
On how his ambitions align with the club's: "I want the best for the club, which is success. We do this by our daily behaviour, pushing our limits every day and getting the best out of the group. And then we will see where we end in our season."
As a result, he is confident his team can be successful: "I have the biggest belief inside of myself that this team can achieve something because we have a great togetherness in the group. We have players with individual potential, and that helps give belief to the whole club."
On last year's champions City and their downturn in form this season: "They're still one of the best teams in the world and Pep [Guardiola] is still one of the best managers in the world. For me, it's very important to go there with a big portion of humbleness but also with a big belief in ourselves that we can beat every team in the league as we have proved this season. That's what we will try to prove tomorrow."
On Brighton's chances of getting a first win at Etihad Stadium: "It's not about chasing any records. It's chasing our own behaviour, chasing our own limits. That's what we have to do tomorrow as well against City."
Will Brighton qualify for the Champions League?published at 08:41 14 March
08:41 14 March
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We asked for you to tell us in one sentence why Brighton will qualify for the Champions League.
Here are some of your comments:
Ian: Brighton have the momentum and there are no immovable objects in our way.
Brian: I think 20 points should be enough, which is six wins, two draws and two defeats.
Hugh: Owner, chief executive, managerial staff and squad well aligned = Champions League football is a high probability!
Peter: The team play as a cohesive unit, believing in their potential to win against any opposition and backed up by an exemplar management structure that other clubs would be proud of.
Max: They have belief in themselves and are not afraid of any club.
Trevor: Togetherness.
Seagulls need a Gross replacement - Virgopublished at 17:59 13 March
17:59 13 March
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Former Brighton defender Adam Virgo says the club should look to recruit a set-piece specialist in the summer transfer window.
Speaking on BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast, Virgo said: "[Set-pieces] are a massive part of the game, and there was a periods when Lewis Dunk was getting a decent return of goals from set plays.
"It's all about that delivery, If you're not beating the near post, or you're over-hitting it, then you're not going to score as many goals. The one player who has always been there with a wand of a foot is Pascal Gross. That is now missing.
"I couldn't really tell you who our free-kick taker is. With all the stats that Brighton tend to work with, maybe they should go and find someone in that area that works for set plays. The height is there in Danny [Welbeck] and both centre-halves."
Bloom buys stake in A-League club Melbourne Victorypublished at 09:50 13 March
09:50 13 March
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Brighton owner Tony Bloom has bought a 19.1% stake in Australian A-League club Melbourne Victory.
The deal allows the Seagulls chairman to increase his ownership over time.
Bloom is already an investor in Belgian Pro League club Union Saint-Gilloise and has an involvement with Scottish Premiership club Hearts.
Brighton have 'priceless' belief they can 'win every single game'published at 09:34 13 March
09:34 13 March
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After Brighton lost 7-0 to Nottingham Forest, Fabian Hurzeler said he picked a formation that was too attacking. He created something which just did not work in the moment.
There are not seven goals between those teams and sometimes you get freak results. Hurzeler knew it was not a game to overreact to, but to learn lessons from. The lesson to learn was not in terms of mentality but in terms of setup.
Since then, he has set his team up in a way that compliments each individual player more and compliments the style he wants them to play, which is defensively solid with a significant threat in attack and to be truly balanced.
Some of the goals and individual moments they have had in their impressive run since have been great, but the key is square pegs in square holes and finding the right combinations.
The sign of a good football club is how they react when adverse things start to happen. The key was their reaction after the 7-0 loss and they showed great determination to get the first win and then the second and so on.
Then, before you know it, there is the belief they will win every single game. When they step out onto the field they know they are set up correctly, the manager knows and trusts his players to do the job required.
Now they fear nobody because they have the belief they can win against anyone, which is priceless in football. That means they can go toe-to-toe with any style and most players are playing really well.
Belief can get you going a yard quicker, jumping a few centimetres higher and get you striking that ball a little more often towards goal.
That belief exists now in the players, the fans, and the manager on the sideline.
Nedum Onuoha was speaking to BBC Sport's Nat Hayward
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