Aspinall Confident Brighton Will Secure Three Points Against Southampton if They Score First

Former Brighton striker Warren Aspinall stated that the Seagulls should anticipate a challenging fixture when they host Southampton on Friday. He emphasized the critical need for a victory to maintain pressure on other teams positioned near the top of the Premier League table. A win would provide Fabian Hurzeler’s squad with an opportunity to climb to second place in the league standings before the remaining Premier League matches of the weekend are played. Speaking on the Albion Unlimited podcast, Aspinall commented, “The confidence is with us after that win against Bournemouth,” adding, “You have to in there and not think it’s going to be easy because it’s not going to be easy.” He further elaborated on Southampton’s form, stating, “Southampton are a good side, they are just lacking a bit of confidence. The mistakes they make are being punished.” Aspinall continued, “If they can stop those mistakes they will be a good side but at the moment they are at the bottom for a reason and Brighton have to take advantage of that. There is no point beating Manchester City at home and Bournemouth away and then not getting three points on Friday.” Aspinall expressed strong belief in Brighton’s prospects, asserting, “So, I fancy us and I fancy us big. They don’t win games or get any points if they concede first this season so if we score first it’s three points.” He explained the strategic advantage of an early win, stating, “If you wake up on Saturday morning and you’re second in the division, it puts the pressure on the other teams who are playing on Saturday and Sunday. That’s what we have to keep doing – if we’re playing first, keeping the pressure on the top sides.”