Nottingham Forest were left reeling after a crushing 2-0 defeat at the hands of Brighton, handing Graham Potter's side their fifth Premier League win of the season. The Seagulls' victory has propelled them up to fifth in the table, while Nottingham Forest remain rooted to the bottom.
In a game that promised much but delivered little for the hosts, it was Brighton who struck first through Maxim De Cuyper's 15th-minute strike. The Belgian midfielder's long-range effort gave Alphonse Areola no chance in the Forest goal, and the visitors took control from there.
The second half saw Stefanos Tzimas double Brighton's advantage on the hour mark, as he slotted home after a neat build-up of play that left Nottingham Forest's backline scrambling. The damage was done, and while Forest threw everything at their guests, they could not find a way past Maty Ryan in goal.
The defeat is another setback for Chris Hughton's side, who have now lost 13 of their 23 Premier League matches this season. They will be looking to regroup and refocus ahead of their next outing, while Brighton can build on their impressive win and look to push their top-six aspirations even further.
In a game that promised much but delivered little for the hosts, it was Brighton who struck first through Maxim De Cuyper's 15th-minute strike. The Belgian midfielder's long-range effort gave Alphonse Areola no chance in the Forest goal, and the visitors took control from there.
The second half saw Stefanos Tzimas double Brighton's advantage on the hour mark, as he slotted home after a neat build-up of play that left Nottingham Forest's backline scrambling. The damage was done, and while Forest threw everything at their guests, they could not find a way past Maty Ryan in goal.
The defeat is another setback for Chris Hughton's side, who have now lost 13 of their 23 Premier League matches this season. They will be looking to regroup and refocus ahead of their next outing, while Brighton can build on their impressive win and look to push their top-six aspirations even further.
that 2-0 loss is like a wake up call for them they gotta get their act together ASAP 
chris hughton's side needs to regroup and refocus ASAP, 13 losses in 23 premier league matches? yikes 
brighton on the other hand is on fire 
maxim de cuyper's goal was pure magic 
and stefanos tzimis is on a roll 
gotta keep watching them this season, top six aspirations here we come! 
. I feel bad for the Forest fans though, they must be going through some tough times. Brighton's win was impressive though, they've got some talented players 
. The Premier League is getting more competitive by the day, can't wait to see how things play out 
! Nottingham Forest is really struggling this season. I mean, 2-0 down by halftime? That's just embarrassing. And it's not like Brighton came out on top with flying colors, either - they basically phoned it in after that first goal. Chris Hughton needs to figure out a way to get his team to perform consistently or else he'll be looking for the exit door soon 
they're one of the most promising teams in the league right now and 2-0 defeat is a huge blow. i still think hughton should try out some new formation or player combinations, like that 4-3-3 system has been working for them when they beat arsenal last month 
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. I mean, they were always gonna lose, right? Their team's been struggling all season and now they're bottom of the table 
. Those Brighton guys are just so solid, I guess Potter's got them playing some smart football 
. And that De Cuyper goal was a beauty, nice long-range strike 
. Guess this is just another season of disappointment for them 
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. And to be honest, I feel for Chris Hughton, 13 losses this season? That's a lot of pressure on him, and not getting any respite 
. But you know what, Brighton played some decent football too 
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. Brighton's defense is looking super solid right now 
Maty Ryan in goal is doing an amazing job 
. can't wait to see what the rest of the season holds for both teams 
. But on the other hand, Chris Hughton's tactics did seem a bit wonky at times, and Forest just couldn't capitalize on their opportunities 
... but will they be able to sustain it? 
it's like they just can't catch a break 
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. Brighton played some solid football and deserved the win, no doubt about that 
. But it's still sad to see Forest get thrashed like that, especially when you know how much hope everyone had for them 
The questions keep piling up...
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️ The Seagulls' win is definitely a confidence booster for Graham Potter and his team 
but seriously though they played some good football out there, gotta give them credit for takin down nottingham forest