Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler brushed off any surprises from Everton after their 1-0 defeat at the Amex Stadium. Despite Everton securing back-to-back wins for the first time this season with Iliman Ndiaye’s penalty goal, Hurzeler insisted there were no unexpected moments from the Blues.
When questioned about his team’s struggles to break down Everton’s defense, Hurzeler pointed out that the visitors defended with all 11 players in the box, making it difficult for Brighton to find a solution. He admitted that his team lacked precision and efficiency in their counter-pressing efforts, making it challenging to secure a victory.
The controversial penalty decision in favor of Everton further irked Hurzeler, who believed it was unjustified. He argued that the VAR should not have intervened if the on-field referee did not see it as a clear handball. Despite the setback, Hurzeler acknowledged that Brighton had enough time to turn the game around but admitted that they were not at their best on the day.
Overall, Hurzeler emphasized the need for his team to reflect on their performance and analyze their shortcomings in order to improve moving forward.
