Brighton Manager Hurzeler Assesses Team ‘Only Deserved a Draw’

Fabian Hurzeler, the manager of Brighton, spoke to BBC Sport following his team’s draw at Amex Stadium. He commented on the performance, stating: “Not the best game from us, regarding intensity, how we pressed out of possession and how we used our chances. We only deserved a draw.” Hurzeler elaborated on the match dynamics, explaining that controlling the game becomes challenging when an opposing team employs a man-to-man pressing strategy. He noted that Brighton successfully navigated this in the first half but struggled to do so in the second half. The manager expressed disappointment that the team could not secure a victory at home to offer their supporters another win. He acknowledged this outcome as an element of the ongoing process, emphasizing the need to persist and win such matches. Regarding the reason for his booking, Hurzeler remarked: “I don’t know. I didn’t say anything. You have to be careful with the questions you ask [afterwards about the officials].”