In typical “Jekyll and Hyde” fashion, Brighton & Hove Albion continued their incredible run with a 3-0 victory, effectively ending Arsenal’s title hopes, following their 1-4 defeat to Newcastle in the midweek Premier League match. This wasn’t the first time Roberto De Zerbi overlooked key players in pursuit of a European spot, but it was expected that Alexis Mac Allister and J?lio Enciso would feature in this game after the failed experiment in the Northeast. After 35 rounds in the current season, the hosts have recorded 17 wins and seven draws, totaling 58 points and securing the sixth position. Lallana, Veltman, Sarmiento, and Mart?nez, who is nursing a thigh injury, will be unavailable for the match.
The Championship beckons Southampton, whose relegation was confirmed after a 0-2 defeat to Fulham, marking their fourth consecutive loss and ending their 11-year stay in the English top flight. Their short farewell tour begins today against their South Coast rivals, while discussions revolve around who will stay and who will depart in the upcoming transfer window. After 36 rounds, the Saints have managed six wins and draws, amounting to 24 points and the 20th position. The guest’s defensive line looks dreadful, having conceded 66 goals. In this match, Adams, Salisu, Perraud, Livramento, and Bello-Kotchap will not take the field, with the latter sidelined due to a muscle injury.
