EPL: Brighton Stuns Chelsea with Thrilling Comeback Win

Brighton wins 3-1 at Stamford Bridge

Brighton & Hove Albion pulled off a stunning win over 10-man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea's unbeaten run at Stamford Bridge came to an end as Brighton secured a 3-1 victory, with Danny Welbeck scoring a crucial goal.

Brighton, who had only managed to pick up five points from their first five league games, staged an impressive comeback...

Chelsea's impressive 12-match unbeaten run at Stamford Bridge came to an end as Brighton & Hove Albion secured a thrilling 3-1 victory. The Blues were reduced to 10 men after Trevoh Chalobah's straight red card in the 53rd minute, which significantly impacted their chances of winning.

Chelsea dominated the match from the start, seeking to rebound from their previous loss to Manchester United. The Blues created early opportunities, with Enzo Fernandez and Reece James testing the opposition's goalkeeper, Bart Verbruggen, with a pair of free-kicks. This pressure ultimately paid off, as Chelsea took the lead through a well-worked move involving Moises Caicedo and James, culminating in Fernandez heading the ball over the line.

The Blues maintained control throughout the first half, rarely appearing threatened. However, despite their dominance, they struggled to create additional scoring opportunities, failing to extend their lead. Chelsea's possession and passing accuracy allowed them to dictate the pace of the game, but their finishing proved lacking in the first period.

The Seagulls had seen goals on either side of the break in 12 of their last 13 league games, offering hope of a turnaround. However, based on the first 45 minutes, such a scenario seemed unlikely. Chelsea had been in control, and their record of winning each of their last eight Premier League encounters in which they scored first suggested they were poised to continue this trend.

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That all changed when Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah was given a straight red card. A defensive lapse by Andrey Santos put Diego Gomez through on goal, and Chalobah's intervention to prevent a shot led to his dismissal after an on-field review deemed it a denial of a goalscoring opportunity. This red card drastically altered the game's dynamics, giving Brighton a chance to mount a comeback.

Playing with 10 men for the second consecutive week, Chelsea's dominance waned, and Brighton began to create scoring opportunities. The visitors had several “nearly moments,” including a golden chance for Danny Welbeck, who reacted quickly to a loose ball but couldn't finish the chance, guiding his effort wide as the game entered its final quarter-hour.

Enzo Maresca's side defensive resolve eventually broke down in the 77th minute. Danny Welbeck positioned himself well in the box and headed home Yankuba Minteh's cross from close range, equalizing for Brighton and changing the momentum of the match.

A late VAR decision favored Chelsea, as Malo Gusto's clearance was deemed acceptable despite appearing reckless. However, this brief respite didn't last, as Brighton capitalized on Chelsea's defensive vulnerabilities. Maxim De Cuyper headed in his first goal for the Seagulls, giving Brighton the lead.

In the dying moments, Brighton sealed the win with a quick transition that resulted in Danny Welbeck scoring his second goal, completing a 3-1 victory. This result will thrill Brighton's traveling fans, who won't be overly concerned about their team's lack of clean sheets. For Chelsea, however, the loss will be disheartening, particularly given the pivotal role of a momentary lapse in concentration and a rash challenge.

Match Highlights

• Chelsea's Goal: Enzo Fernández scored the opening goal in the 24th minute.

• Brighton's Equalizer: Danny Welbeck headed in the equalizing goal in the 77th minute.

• Brighton's Winner: Maxim De Cuyper scored the winning goal in the 90th+2 minute.

• Final Goal: Welbeck scored his second goal in the 90th+10 minute.

The victory marked Brighton's second win of the season, taking their points tally to 8. Chelsea, on the other hand, suffered their second defeat, leaving them with 8 points as well.