In a gripping encounter, Brighton triumphed 2-1 over Manchester City, with a dramatic finish and intense action towards the final whistle.The game was filled with crucial moments, stunning performances, and late drama.
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The match was marked by a thrilling second half where both teams had chances to change the outcome. Joao Pedro provided a key assist to Matthew O’Riley, who scored in the 83rd minute to put Brighton ahead.
This goal followed a moment of defensive fragility from Manchester City that allowed Brighton to capitalize.
Manchester City, however, responded with intensity. In the 78th minute, Joao Pedro scored another goal for Brighton, making it 2-0 and pushing Manchester City to the edge.
Despite a few key chances from Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol, both of their attempts went wide, and Brighton held firm in defense.
The game also featured some heated moments, with players from both sides receiving yellow cards for misconduct. Erling Haaland and Jan Paul van Hecke were both booked after pushing and shouting at each other in an increasingly tense atmosphere.
Despite their late efforts, Manchester City couldn’t break through Brighton’s resolute defense. With Bart Verbruggen making crucial saves and Brighton’s defensive lines standing firm, the match ended in a 2-1 victory for the home team.