Brighton Sees Long Winless Run End, Manager Faces Relegation Battle After Sarr Strikes in Satisfying Fashion
Crystal Palace finally broke their 12-match winless streak in the Premier League with a resounding victory over Brighton, thanks to Ismaïla Sarr's late strike. The Senegal forward's goal proved to be the difference-maker as Palace secured a hard-fought three points against their arch-rivals.
The win has breathed new life into Palace's season, but it also poses significant concerns for manager Oliver Glasner. With several high-profile signings this summer, including Evann Guessand and Jørgen Strand Larsen, many had expected Palace to make a push for European competition. Instead, they have struggled to find consistency, losing their last 12 league games.
Glasner's own future at the club hangs in the balance after his team fell behind Brighton in the table. With only six wins from their past 16 matches, Brighton looks on track for a relegation battle. Despite this, manager Fabian Hürzeler appears undeterred, citing his side's ability to "get through it" and learn from their mistakes.
Brighton's struggles are largely attributed to their inability to finish off teams convincingly. They have consistently found themselves in situations where they can't capitalize on their possession advantage. In contrast, Palace have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly with Strand Larsen making a positive impact in his first start since joining the club.
For Brighton, the win was a welcome relief, and manager Oliver Glasner expressed a sense of gratitude towards his fans for supporting them through thick and thin. Despite the disappointment of another defeat, the team's unity remains strong, with Glasner crediting the fans for being disappointed along with him.
While Palace have secured a much-needed three points, their winless run raises serious concerns about their ability to compete against top-tier opponents. As the season wears on, it will be crucial for both teams to regroup and refocus in order to avoid slipping further down the table.
Crystal Palace finally broke their 12-match winless streak in the Premier League with a resounding victory over Brighton, thanks to Ismaïla Sarr's late strike. The Senegal forward's goal proved to be the difference-maker as Palace secured a hard-fought three points against their arch-rivals.
The win has breathed new life into Palace's season, but it also poses significant concerns for manager Oliver Glasner. With several high-profile signings this summer, including Evann Guessand and Jørgen Strand Larsen, many had expected Palace to make a push for European competition. Instead, they have struggled to find consistency, losing their last 12 league games.
Glasner's own future at the club hangs in the balance after his team fell behind Brighton in the table. With only six wins from their past 16 matches, Brighton looks on track for a relegation battle. Despite this, manager Fabian Hürzeler appears undeterred, citing his side's ability to "get through it" and learn from their mistakes.
Brighton's struggles are largely attributed to their inability to finish off teams convincingly. They have consistently found themselves in situations where they can't capitalize on their possession advantage. In contrast, Palace have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly with Strand Larsen making a positive impact in his first start since joining the club.
For Brighton, the win was a welcome relief, and manager Oliver Glasner expressed a sense of gratitude towards his fans for supporting them through thick and thin. Despite the disappointment of another defeat, the team's unity remains strong, with Glasner crediting the fans for being disappointed along with him.
While Palace have secured a much-needed three points, their winless run raises serious concerns about their ability to compete against top-tier opponents. As the season wears on, it will be crucial for both teams to regroup and refocus in order to avoid slipping further down the table.