Date: Sun 6 Oct 2024
Kick Off: 21:00
Venue: American Express Stadium, Falmer
Referee: David Coote
The stage was set at the American Express Stadium as Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. hosted Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Both teams were eager to secure valuable points, with Brighton coming off a mixed run of form while Spurs sought redemption after a tough set of matches. This encounter promised to be an enthralling contest, with both clubs needing a victory to bolster their standing in the Premier League. With high-intensity football, brilliant goals, and plenty of drama, this game certainly lived up to the expectations.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Head to Head
Historically, Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. and Tottenham Hotspur have faced off 15 times in the Premier League before this match. Tottenham held the edge with nine wins to Brighton’s five, and just one match ended in a draw. However, the Seagulls had proven they could be a handful at home, winning four of their five victories on their own turf. The fans were anticipating another home triumph, while Spurs aimed to reverse their fortunes at the American Express Stadium.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Lineups
Brighton & Hove Albion (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper:
Bart Verbruggen (Yellow card – 80′)
Defenders:
Adam Webster (Substituted 9′)
Lewis Dunk (C)
Ferdi Kadioglu (Substituted 45′)
Joël Veltman
Midfielders:
Georginio Rutter (Goal – 58′, Substituted 74′)
Yankuba Minteh (Goal – 48′, Substituted 87′)
Carlos Baleba (Substituted 74′)
Kaoru Mitoma (Assist – 58′)
Jack Hinshelwood
Forward:
Danny Welbeck (Goal – 66′)
Substitutes:
Tariq Lamptey
Igor Julio (Substituted 9′, Yellow card – 34′)
Brajan Gruda (Substituted 87′)
Julio Enciso (Substituted 74′)
Mats Wieffer (Substituted 74′)
Pervis Estupiñán (Substituted 45′)
Jason Steele
Yasin Ayari
Evan Ferguson
Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper:
Guglielmo Vicario
Defenders:
Destiny Udogie (Yellow card – 67′)
Cristian Romero (C)
Pedro Porro
Micky van de Ven
Midfielders:
James Maddison (Goal – 37′, Substituted 85′)
Dejan Kulusevski (Yellow card – 69′)
Rodrigo Bentancur (Substituted 79′)
Forwards:
Timo Werner (Assist – 37′, Substituted 79′)
Dominic Solanke (Assist – 23′)
Brennan Johnson (Goal – 23′)
Substitutes:
Radu Dragusin
Yves Bissouma (Substituted 79′)
Archie Gray
Lucas Bergvall
Fraser Forster
Djed Spence
Pape Sarr (Substituted 79′)
Mikey Moore (Substituted 85′)
Will Lankshear
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Match Summary
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham First Half
Brighton & Hove Albion entered the game full of energy, but Tottenham quickly took control of the match. Spurs opened the scoring in the 23rd minute when Brennan Johnson latched onto a through ball from Dominic Solanke, slotting it past Verbruggen. Brighton attempted to respond but found themselves struggling to break down a well-organized Tottenham defense.
Spurs doubled their lead in the 37th minute with a composed finish from James Maddison, assisted by Timo Werner. Brighton had chances before the break but could not convert them, going into half-time trailing 0-2.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Half-Time Score: Brighton 0-2 Tottenham
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Second Half
Brighton came out with renewed determination in the second half, and it paid off almost immediately. In the 48th minute, Yankuba Minteh pulled one back for the home side, sending the ball into the bottom right corner after a chaotic sequence in the box.
The equalizer came in the 58th minute when Kaoru Mitoma’s brilliant pass found Georginio Rutter, who calmly slotted the ball into the net. Tottenham seemed rattled as Brighton continued their onslaught. In the 66th minute, Danny Welbeck completed the comeback with a close-range header, giving Brighton a 3-2 lead.
Despite Tottenham’s late efforts, including a few dangerous attacks, Brighton held firm to secure the victory.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Full-Time Score: Brighton 3-2 Tottenham
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Stats
| Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Stats | Brighton | Tottenham |
| Possession (%) | 40.7 | 59.3 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 3 |
| Total Shots | 11 | 13 |
| Touches | 525 | 699 |
| Passes | 351 | 512 |
| Tackles | 12 | 20 |
| Clearances | 18 | 13 |
| Corners | 4 | 7 |
| Offsides | 2 | 2 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Fouls Conceded | 14 | 10 |
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Timeline
- 23′: Goal! Brennan Johnson gives Spurs the lead, assisted by Dominic Solanke.
- 37′: Goal! James Maddison extends Tottenham’s lead with a composed finish.
- 48′: Goal! Yankuba Minteh gets Brighton back in the game with a left-footed strike.
- 58′: Goal! Georginio Rutter equalizes for Brighton, assisted by Mitoma.
- 66′: Goal! Danny Welbeck completes Brighton’s comeback with a header.
- 90+5′: Full-time. Brighton wins 3-2.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Impact on the Points Table
This victory pushed Brighton & Hove Albion to 6th in the Premier League, while Tottenham slipped to 9th. The result was a major boost for Brighton, solidifying their strong position in the early part of the season. Tottenham, on the other hand, were left reeling, facing more pressure to find consistency.
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham Man of the Match
Danny Welbeck was named Man of the Match for his game-winning goal and overall influence in the second half.
Brighton’s stunning 3-2 comeback victory against Tottenham Hotspur was a testament to their resilience and attacking prowess. After trailing by two goals at half-time, the Seagulls produced a remarkable turnaround to claim all three points at the American Express Stadium. Spurs, who had controlled the first half, were left to rue missed opportunities and defensive lapses. This match will be remembered as one of Brighton’s most exciting victories of the season.
FAQs
- How many goals were scored in the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham match?
A total of five goals were scored: three by Brighton & Hove Albion and two by Tottenham Hotspur. - Who scored the winning goal in the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham match?
Danny Welbeck scored the winning goal for Brighton in the 66th minute. - What was the impact of the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham result on the league standings?
Brighton moved to 6th in the Premier League, while Tottenham fell to 9th. - Who was the Man of the Match in the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham match?
Danny Welbeck was awarded Man of the Match for his decisive goal and contributions. - What was the key moment of the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. vs Tottenham match?
Brighton’s equalizer in the 58th minute by Georginio Rutter changed the momentum, leading to their eventual victory.
