Jack Hinshelwood capped off a dominant display by netting Brighton and Hove Albion’s fifth goal in a 5-0 victory against bitter rivals Crystal Palace on Sunday. The close-range volley from two yards out secured a fourth consecutive Premier League win for the Seagulls, taking their aggregate score across those four fixtures to an impressive 15-0. His strike provided a sharp contrast to Diego Gomez’s daring seventh-minute goal from the halfway line, which had set the tone early in the A23 derby.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side has blended explosive attacking flair with defensive solidity to become one of the top flight’s standout teams this campaign. Brighton currently leads the league in goals scored while boasting the joint-fewest conceded. Seven matches into the season, they occupy third place with 16 points, trailing only reigning champions Arsenal and leaders Manchester City, who maintain a perfect record. They sit third on 16 points behind reigning champions Arsenal and table-toppers Manchester City, who have a 100% record, after seven games.
Former Manchester United title winner and Match of the Day pundit Dion Dublin believes the club can stay in the hunt, describing their performances as “breathtaking.” Pointing to their team chemistry and strategic unity, Dublin raised the question, “Why not?” when asked if they are genuine contenders.
“Because what we’ve seen of them this season is just togetherness, harmony… the manager’s making good decisions,” Dublin explained. He highlighted the impact of senior figures on the pitch, adding, “[Pascal] Gross is leading the line in regards to what goes on on the pitch and what is the right kind of way they want to play. And everybody’s chipping in with goals. They look a very, very frightening team at the moment.” Who played in Manchester United ‘s 1992-93 title-winning side. “Because what we’ve seen of them this season is just togetherness, harmony… the manager’s making, that’s the opinion of Match of the Day pundit Dion Dublin.
