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Brighton return to winning ways by edging Forest in thriller
Brighton return to winning ways by edging Forest in thriller
Ten-man Brighton ended their six-game winless run in the Premier League by beating Nottingham Forest 3-2 in a drama-filled encounter at the City Ground. Injuries and their Europa League exertions had caught up with the Seagulls as they last won against Bournemouth at the end of September, but they put that right in testing circumstances. They fell behind to Anthony Elanga’s early opener but were in total control after Evan Ferguson’s fine goal and Joao Pedro’s double put them 3-1 up. But the complexion of the game changed when VAR advised referee Anthony Taylor to give Forest a penalty, with Brighton skipper Lewis Dunk seeing red for his over-zealous protest. Morgan Gibbs-White scored from the spot but Forest could not find a leveller and Brighton held on for a much-needed win, which keeps them on the shoulder of the top seven. For Forest this was a first home defeat in the Premier League since April and with just one win in the last nine games, boss Steve Cooper might be starting to feel the pressure. His side enjoyed the perfect start as they went ahead inside the opening three minutes. Gibbs-White picked the ball up on the right and surged forward before sending in a cross which was perfect for Elanga to head back across goal into the far corner. It could have been a platform for Forest to build on but they did not take the opportunity and the visitors began to get a foothold in the game. The hosts created their first chance in the 18th minute when Billy Gilmour was teed up on the edge of the penalty area, but he shot straight at Odysseas Vlachodimos. Ferguson made no such mistake in the 26th minute as he pulled Brighton level with a fine finish. Pascal Gross fizzed a ball into him on the edge of the area, he took a touch and then curled a sublime finish into the bottom corner. The Seagulls continued to look the better side and went ahead in first-half added time. Pedro ghosted in late to meet Gross’ cross with a thumping header as the £30million-man scored for the first time in the league since September. Things got even better for Brighton just before the hour as they made it 3-1 from the penalty spot. Chris Wood needlessly tugged Pedro to the floor and the striker picked himself up and converted with ease. The drama arrived in the 69th minute as Callum Hudson-Odoi was barged over by Jack Hinshelwood, though referee Taylor chose not to award the penalty. He was advised to check his pitchside monitor by VAR official Graham Scott and subsequently changed his decision. Seagulls captain Dunk did not take the news well and earned two yellow cards in the space of 21 seconds for dissent but took much longer before he eventually left the field. After some pushing and shoving in the penalty area, Gibbs-White kept his calm to convert the penalty almost seven minutes after the foul was awarded. That set up a grandstand finish and Forest thought they had snatched a point in the last minute of 10 added on but Bart Verbruggen palmed away Ryan Yates’ header. Read More Marcus Tavernier bags brace as Bournemouth sink Sheffield United Luton leave it late as Jacob Brown goal sinks Crystal Palace Tomas Soucek nets late winner as West Ham fight back to beat sorry Burnley Opposing managers happy with a point as Manchester City and Liverpool draw Banner calling for release of activist in UAE flown over Etihad Stadium Man Utd have reached ‘turning point’ ahead of crucial week – Erik ten Hag
2023-11-26 01:17
Dansby Swanson’s first AB in return to Atlanta will have you tearing up
Dansby Swanson’s first AB in return to Atlanta will have you tearing up
Braves fans show their love for Dansby Swanson in his return to Atlanta.
2023-09-27 08:27
The Smashing Pumpkins guitarist Jeff Schroeder quits
The Smashing Pumpkins guitarist Jeff Schroeder quits
The Smashing Pumpkins guitarist Jeff Schroeder has confirmed he's quit the band to 'make some space to explore a slightly different path'
2023-10-25 15:00
Dr Pepper Float ice cream is here
Dr Pepper Float ice cream is here
Two iconic Texas brands have come together to create a Dr Pepper Float ice cream.
2023-05-18 22:54
Wall Street cools on hot US job data
Wall Street cools on hot US job data
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2023-10-06 22:34
FitXR Presents Zumba’s First Immersive Dance Experience
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2023-09-28 02:30
Randy Arozarena hits leadoff homer in 9th, Rays beat Twins 2-1
Randy Arozarena hits leadoff homer in 9th, Rays beat Twins 2-1
Randy Arozarena homered leading off ninth inning to give the major league-best Tampa Bay Rays a 2-1 victory over the AL Central-leading Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night
2023-06-08 09:19
Exclusive-Cybersecurity firm SentinelOne explores sale -sources
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By Milana Vinn and Anirban Sen NEW YORK (Reuters) -SentinelOne Inc, a cybersecurity company with a market value of about
2023-08-22 02:23
Ruud ends Zhang dream at French Open
Ruud ends Zhang dream at French Open
World number four Casper Ruud reached the French Open last 16 on Saturday with a four-sets win...
2023-06-03 19:54
For small biz reliant on summer tourism, extreme weather is the new pandemic -- for better or worse
For small biz reliant on summer tourism, extreme weather is the new pandemic -- for better or worse
For small businesses that rely on summer tourism to keep afloat, extreme weather is replacing the pandemic as the determining factor in how well a summer will go
2023-09-03 21:09
Global investors relieved by China tech rebound, but not convinced yet
Global investors relieved by China tech rebound, but not convinced yet
By Xie Yu and Summer Zhen HONG KONG (Reuters) -Rather than spur a relief rally in China's battered tech sector,
2023-07-13 07:00
Martino shrugs off Messi injury scare ahead of Miami semi
Martino shrugs off Messi injury scare ahead of Miami semi
Inter Miami coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino played down injury concerns over Lionel Messi on Monday as the resurgent MLS club prepared for a Leagues...
2023-08-15 04:21