What a night at the Amex! The Seagulls just pulled off a football masterclass, leaving Spurs in their wake with a thrilling 4-2 victory. The atmosphere was buzzing, and the fans were treated to an absolute spectacle of attacking football.
Right from kick-off at 20:30, you could feel the energy in the air, and referee Jarred Gillett had a front-row seat to the drama that unfolded. Brighton wasted no time making their intentions clear. João Pedro and Hinshelwood teamed up at the 11th minute, and boom, the net was bulging! Seagulls 1, Spurs 0.
But wait, there's more! Jọo Pedro stepped up again at the 23rd minute, converting a penalty after Kulusevski's clumsy foul on Welbeck. Spurs found themselves in unfamiliar territory, trailing 2-0, and to top it off, Kulusevski picked up his fifth booking. No AFC Bournemouth clash for him Рtough luck!
The first half was a Brighton showcase. They hit the post, had a goal ruled out for offside, and Vicario was like a brick wall in goal for Spurs. The Seagulls deservedly went into halftime with a 2-0 lead, and you could sense something special was brewing.
And special it was! Estupiñán, back after a break, unleashed a thunderbolt from 30 yards at the 63rd minute. Absolute scenes! João Pedro wasn't done tormenting Spurs; he netted another penalty, making it 4-0. Spurs' defense had no answers, conceding their 19th Premier League goal since November. Yikes!
But hold on, folks Рthe script wasn't written just yet. Spurs, down but not out, decided to make it interesting. V̩liz scored a cracker at the 81st minute, and Davies nodded one in at the 85th. Suddenly, 4-0 became 4-2, and the Amex was rocking with tension.
Nine minutes of stoppage time had Spurs fans dreaming of a comeback, but Brighton held their ground. What a game! The Seagulls climb to eighth, leaving Spurs scratching their heads. Football, you beauty!