Everton vs Brighton: Match Report and Highlights
Sloppy Everton Denied Win by Ten-Man Brighton
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Everton's winless streak in the Premier League extended to nine matches as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Brighton and Hove Albion at Goodison Park on Wednesday, August 17, 2024.
Despite taking the lead through Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half, the Toffees were unable to hold on for the victory as Lewis Dunk scored a dramatic stoppage-time equalizer for the Seagulls, who played the majority of the match with 10 men following the dismissal of Neal Maupay.
The result leaves Everton languishing in the bottom half of the table, while Brighton move up to 12th.
Match Highlights
* Everton took the lead in the 55th minute when Branthwaite headed home from a corner. * Brighton were reduced to 10 men in the 65th minute when Maupay was sent off for a reckless challenge on Amadou Onana. * The Seagulls equalized in the 92nd minute when Dunk headed home from a cross by Leandro Trossard.Reaction
Everton manager Frank Lampard was left frustrated by his team's inability to hold on for the win.
"We should have won the game," he said. "We had chances to kill it off, but we didn't take them. We need to be more clinical in front of goal."
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi was delighted with his team's fighting spirit.
"I'm very proud of the players," he said. "They showed great character and determination to come back from a goal down and earn a point against a very good Everton team."
Conclusion
Everton's winless streak continued with a disappointing draw against Brighton, while the Seagulls earned a valuable point despite playing with 10 men for over 25 minutes. The Toffees will be looking to bounce back when they travel to face Manchester United on Saturday, while Brighton will host Newcastle United at the Amex Stadium.
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