Brighton's press dismantles Arsenal in 3-0 Amex masterclass

Brighton swarmed Arsenal from first whistle to last, winning the ball back high and never letting the Gunners settle.

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What happened. Brighton beat Arsenal 3-0 at the Amex Stadium, pressing man-to-man from the first minute to the last. The Seagulls won possession 10 times in the final third, the most by any team this season.

• Brighton's relentless press forced David Raya into a pass straight out for a throw-in.
• The last side to win the ball more often in Arsenal's final third was Liverpool in April 2023.
• Even at 3-0 up with nearly an hour gone, Brighton kept swarming Arsenal.

“There was only one team who tried to play football today.”

— Fabian Hurzeler

Arsenal's rivals may study Brighton's blueprint as they chase the Gunners' title.

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