Home team makes a stunning comeback to secure an exciting Premier League victory after Spurs squander a two-goal advantage.
In a thrilling encounter at the Amex Stadium, Danny Welbeck emerged as the hero for Brighton & Hove Albion, scoring the decisive goal in a remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
The match began with Spurs asserting their dominance, and it was Brennan Johnson who opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, netting his sixth goal in as many matches. The visitors continued to apply pressure, and just before the half-time whistle, James Maddison doubled their lead with a low shot from the edge of the area that slipped through the grasp of Brighton’s goalkeeper, Bart Verbruggen.
However, the Seagulls were not to be deterred. Just three minutes into the second half, Yankuba Minteh capitalised on a defensive error to score his first goal for the club, igniting hope among the home fans. This goal proved to be the catalyst for an extraordinary turnaround, as Georginio Rutter showcased his strength and precision to level the match just shy of the hour mark.
The drama continued to unfold as Welbeck, ever the poacher, nodded home to put Brighton in front in the 66th minute, sending the Amex into raptures. This stunning comeback not only secured a vital three points for Brighton but also ended a frustrating run of four Premier League matches without a win, lifting them to sixth place in the table.
On the other hand, Tottenham’s five-match winning streak across all competitions came to a shuddering halt, marking their third league defeat in just seven games. The result leaves them languishing in ninth place, raising questions about their consistency as they prepare to host West Ham after the international break.
Brighton, buoyed by this victory, will look to build on their momentum as they head to Newcastle in their next fixture. The stage is set for an exciting continuation of the Premier League season.