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How Albion nullified Chelsea's attack - and how they could do it again

Even though Chelsea's first and only goal came in the the fifth minute of the game, through an unfortunate own goal by Verbruggen - Brighton's squad stood firm and confident in their ability to see out the game. Brighton coasted to a 2-1 victory at home, putting them through to the fifth round of the FA Cup to face Newcastle at St James' Park in March. Cole Palmer scored four goals against Brighton in September (Image: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire) Fabian Hurzeler clearly learnt from his tact...
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Welch ready to continue ‘climbing the ladder to success’ at Brighton Centre

The undefeated Brighton star is on the bill on Friday, March 7 headed by Harlem Eubank. He will be facing German boxer Ali Kiydin who is looking to bounce back after a series of defeats. Tommy said: “I'm just looking forward to my big event in Brighton, my last fight here was fantastic. People said they likened it to a rocky moon. “It was great - Everyone was on their feet going crazy, it was a beautiful feeling to be bringing a fight to Brighton with all my people that have been fol...

Luke Littler returns to Brighton stage

Premier League Darts returns to the Brighton Centre on March 6. The 2025 BetMGM Premier League season is being staged on Thursday nights from February until May, as eight of the biggest names in world darts compete for the coveted title across the 17-week extravaganza. The Brighton Centre will play host to Night Five, with World Champion Luke Littler and world number one Luke Humphries amongst the star attractions. Tickets can be booked by visiting: https://brightoncentre.co.uk/whats...

How Albion nullified Chelsea's attack - and how they could do it again

Even though Chelsea's first and only goal came in the the fifth minute of the game, through an unfortunate own goal by Verbruggen - Brighton's squad stood firm and confident in their ability to see out the game. Brighton coasted to a 2-1 victory at home, putting them through to the fifth round of the FA Cup to face Newcastle at St James' Park in March. Cole Palmer scored four goals against Brighton in September (Image: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire) Fabian Hurzeler clearly learnt from his tact...

Stacked roster including Welch and Dykes announced for Eubank v McKenna fight

The highly anticipated boxing event will be taking place on March 7 at the Brighton Centre, live and free on Channel 5 with an estimated 2 million viewers expected.  Dubbed by superstar promoter and head of Wasserman Boxing, Kalle Sauerland, as an ‘absolute blockbuster’ boxing event - March 7th will see 20 fighters take to the ring. In a recent turn of events, former Irish boxer Michael Conlan, will be putting the gloves back on to fight India's Asad Asif Khan. He signed with Wasserm...

Joel Veltman says it was important to bounce back as Albion defeat Chelsea

The right-back kept his flank locked out to any potential attacking threat on the night, fending off Sancho, Cucurella and Tyrique George for the whole FA Cup tie. After the emphatic home victory, Veltman spoke on the importance to 'bounce-back' after the 7-0 defeat to Nottingham Forrest in the Premier League. He said: “Obviously, we know the things we need to improve on, when you have an off day like that, maybe that’s  an understatement, you need a response the game after that, and we...

Transfer deadline day liveblog - Albion sign in-demand striker as winger goes

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Prospect striker loaned to League One club

The 19-year-old forward joined Albion on deadline day in February 2024 from Reading. The striker joined the under-21s squad and signed a three-and-a-half year contract. READ MORE: What to expect from Brighton striker Stefanos Tzimas The academy player was previously linked with a move to Real Madrid prior to his move to the South Coast. Mansfield Town currently sit 14th in the League One table, having scored 35 goals and on a four game losing streak.  Including a 0-1 loss at...

Eubank v McKenna will bring 'a storm' to Brighton

The pair will be fighting on March 7 at the Brighton Centre, live and free on Channel 5 with an estimated 2 million viewers expected. The fighters and their managers faced the press for the first time at the Mercure Seafront Brighton hotel on Tuesday at 1pm. Superstar promoter and head of Wasserman Boxing, Kalle Sauerland, dubbed the fight an ‘absolute blockbuster’ event. He called Mckenna a ‘throwback’ fighter, one that reminds him of the Irish greats, and said that Harlem would be...

Fan pictures from the Norwich City vs Brighton match

The Seagulls beat Norwich City 4-0 to sail through to the fourth round of the FA Cup. Georginio Rutter was the star of the show, scoring twice in the first half, the second of them in added time. READ MORE: Norwich City 0 Brighton 4: Fabian Hurzeler's FA Cup verdict Julio Enciso and Solly March added to the total. It was a sea of white and blue at Carrow Road as the fans pushed the team forward to the triumphant win. The Seagulls beat Norwich City 4-0 to sail through to the four...

Albion, Fatboy Slim and politicians remember the man who said yes to the Amex dream

Though many may know him as a key figure of Sir Tony Blair’s New Labour project, across Sussex Mr Prescott is celebrated as helping to usher in the “new era of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club”. John Prescott speaking at the AITC in the Amex, from left: Peter Kyle, Nancy Platts and Martin Perry (Image: The Argus) Martin Perry, former chief executive of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club, has paid tribute saying: “Lord Prescott was a key player in our fight for planning permission f...

Fan pictures from Albion's triumph over Wolves

The fixture ended as a 3-2 triumph on Wednesday night for the Albion despite a nervy finish. It was an end to end fixture from the first whistle, with Brighton setting the tone early on with a 14th minute wonder strike from Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba marking his maiden goal. Wolves were caught in-possession in their defensive half as Brighton applied a high-press. Baleba took advantage of the pressure by catching Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes napping before slotting it into the...

[The Argus] 'I got drenched in beer but the Euros fanzone was fantastic'

Noel Sweeney won VIP tickets for the Euros Fanzone in the Valley Gardens in front of St Peter’s Church in Brighton and said he loved watching the “nail-biting” England Round of 16 win against Slovakia. The 67 -year-old, who is retired, described the scenes at the fanzone as “an absolute frenzy” as soon as the first goal had gone in. (Image: Andrew Gardner)   “Before the goal had gone in it was if people were flying their flags at half-mast, there was so much tension and nervous a...