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Hürzeler: Youngest 50-game boss faces bogey team
22 Nov
Summary
- Fabian Hürzeler becomes the youngest manager to reach 50 Premier League games.
- Yankuba Minteh leads the league in carries into the opposition penalty area.
- Brighton's defense has improved, keeping two consecutive clean sheets.
Brighton's manager, Fabian Hürzeler, is set to mark his 50th Premier League game on Saturday, becoming the competition's youngest manager to reach this landmark at 32 years old. He will be eager to secure a victory against Brentford, a team that has historically caused problems for the Seagulls, with Brighton winning only one of their last six encounters.
The Seagulls' hopes may rest on the electrifying form of winger Yankuba Minteh, who has been a standout performer. Minteh's ability to carry the ball into dangerous areas is unparalleled in the Premier League, making him a key player to break down Brentford's defense.
Despite ongoing injury concerns, including Kaoru Mitoma's likely absence, Brighton is expected to field a strong lineup. Danny Welbeck is anticipated to lead the attack, supported by Georginio Rutter and Diego Gomez. The defensive pairing of Jan Paul van Hecke and Lewis Dunk has been instrumental in the team's recent defensive solidity, having kept clean sheets in their last two matches.
