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# team:Brighton & Hove Albion (Football 69)

Last week
19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023
# player focus
Evan Ferguson the perfect symbol for Stephen Kenny’s youthful revolution
The Brighton teenager became Ireland’s youngest scorer since Robbie Keane after finding the net against Latvia this evening.
# hot prospect
The Dublin teenager at Brighton with a Premier League debut under his belt
Andrew Moran on being a late developer and playing with Evan Ferguson.
# a true underdog story
The Irishman at the heart of an FA Cup fairytale
Gavan Holohan has been key to Grimsby Town’s remarkable journey.
This month
March 2023
# On the rise
Ireland's Ferguson impresses again, Kane makes it 20 for the season
Meanwhile, Chelsea and Everton picked up much-needed wins.
# struggling
West Ham fans turn on Moyes and Spurs Champions League hopes hit
Carlos Alcaraz gave Southampton a welcome lift with win over Leicester
Last month
February 2023
# Take a Bow
De Zerbi pays tribute to 'one of the best centre-backs in the Premier League'
Lewis Dunk is in line to reach a milestone in Tuesday’s FA Cup fifth-round tie at Stoke.
# Comeback
Evan Ferguson returns in Brighton draw
The teenage striker had a spell on the sidelines following a poor challenge from Liverpool’s Fabinho.
# Return
De Zerbi urges fans to support wantaway Brighton star
Moises Caicedo is poised to return to Albion’s matchday squad for Saturday’s home game with Bournemouth.
January
January 2023
# Support
Praise for Aaron Connolly: 'I’ve known him since he was a kid and I love him'
Hull manager Liam Rosenior hailed the on-loan Ireland star’s display at the weekend.
# Bittersweet
Evan Ferguson left on crutches following horror tackle from Fabinho
The Ireland international was forced off in the latte stages of Brighton’s 2-1 FA Cup fourth-round win over Liverpool.
# Development
Brighton confirm Enock Mwepu taken ill and undergoing tests
The former player was forced to retire from football at the age of 24 after being diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening heart condition.
# Nightmare
Apologetic Klopp 'can’t remember a worse game' than Brighton flop
Brighton outclassed Liverpool in a 3-0 victory.
# Look on the Bright side
Ferguson catches the eye again as Brighton outclass dismal Liverpool
Ireland international’s threaded pass set up Solly March for his second of the afternoon.
# Out of favour
Leandro Trossard wants to leave Brighton after being dropped by Roberto De Zerbi
The Belgian forward will not be available for this weekend’s clash with Liverpool.
# Rise
‘I still look at him as that kid. It hasn't sunk in that he’s a Premier League footballer’
Karl Lambe, Keith Long and Derek Pender recall the early days of Evan Ferguson’s football career in Ireland.
# Seagulls
Bohs midfielder Mullins becomes latest Irish teen to join Premier League Brighton
Eighteen-year-old midfielder has agreed a two-and-a-half-year deal until June 2025.
# Potential
'He can become a great striker' - Brighton boss praises Irish teenager Ferguson
Roberto De Zerbi has backed the Irishman to build on an impressive start to his Seagulls career.
# hot prospect
Irish teenager Ferguson scores on full Premier League debut
It was a similarly special night for former Bray Wanderers youngster Andrew Moran.
# Transfer
World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister says he's in no rush to leave Brighton
Roberto De Zerbi believes it would suit both club and player if midfielder stays this month.
# evan almighty
'A young kid with a great work ethic': Brighton hail Ferguson as he sets club record
Meath teen Evan Ferguson took the landmark moment in his stride after scoring against Arsenal.
Last year
2022
# Happy New Year
Ferguson scores his first Premier League goal, but Arsenal win to go seven clear
Saka, Odegaard, Nketiah and Martinelli get the goals in 4-2 win over Brighton.
# PREDICTION
Arsenal target hailed as a future Ballon d’Or winner
Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has reserved high praise for Mykhailo Mudryk.
# grounded
'I wouldn't be searching my name to see what people are saying about me'
Brighton and Ireland’s 18-year-old star, Evan Ferguson, staying focused as he bids to forge successful career.
# hot prospect
'He's got a bright future' - Praise for Ireland's latest 18-year-old debutant
Evan Ferguson won his first international cap on Thursday, coming off the bench late on against Norway.
# wolf pack
Connor Ronan makes Premier League debut in Wolves' defeat to Brighton
Pascal Gross was Brighton’s hero with the winner in a 3-2 victory at Molineux.
# Look on the Bright side
Brilliant Brighton put four past Chelsea to end Potter's unbeaten start
Win was Roberto de Zerbi’s first as Brighton boss – and the club’s first against Chelsea since 1933.
# ENTERTAINING
Remarkable 6-goal thriller sees Liverpool held by Brighton
Leandro Trossard hit a hat-trick at Anfield.
# caution
'He's only 17' - Crawford warns against overhyping Irish starlet Ferguson
The striker scored his first goal for Ireland U21s on Friday night.
# hot prospect
'Hopefully more to come' - 17-year-old Ferguson on his landmark Ireland goal
The Brighton striker was on target to earn his side a draw in Friday’s playoff with Israel.
# Potential
The 17-year-old Irish striker with the world at his feet
Ireland U21 player Evan Ferguson is set for two of the biggest games of his career against Israel.
# Super Mac
Brighton rout heaps pressure on rock bottom Leicester
Graham Potter’s side made it four wins from their first six games thanks to a second half surge at the Amex Stadium.
# Pressure
West Ham's poor start is concerning, admits Moyes
A defeat to Brighton ensured the Hammers’ worst opening to a season for 51 years.
# problems
Bottom-of-the-table West Ham's woeful start continues as Brighton remain unbeaten
The Hammers have now played the Seagulls 11 times in the Premier League and not beaten them once.
# Pastures new
Brighton sign Villarreal defender in €20 million deal
Pervis Estupinan has agreed a five-year contract with the Premier League club.
# Marc-et Value
Chelsea join Man City in race for Brighton wing-back Marc Cucurella
Brighton are holding firm on a €60 million valuation for Cucurella, which is thought to have stalled a possible move to Manchester City.
# Transfer News
Pep Guardiola addresses Man City's links with wantaway Brighton star
Marc Cucurella has reportedly handed in a transfer request.
# problems
Aaron Connolly explains why his football career has not 'kicked on'
The Irish striker says off-field issues have impacted him.
# Mixed Fortunes
Man United lose but claim Europa League spot after West Ham slip up
A disappointing season for the Red Devils ended amid a 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace.
# Underperforming
Fernandes laments Man United display after fans chant 'you're not fit to wear the shirt' at players
The 20-time English champions are guaranteed to finish with their lowest points tally of the Premier League era.
# Blow
Highly rated Southampton teenager set to miss rest of 2022
Tino Livramento recently suffered an ACL injury.