Chelsea’s match against Brighton started on a positive note, dominating possession and creating chances in the early minutes. However, they failed to capitalize on these opportunities, with Brighton goalkeeper making several crucial saves.
Brighton struggled to gain momentum, but Chelsea kept the pressure on, creating another chance just before halftime. Unfortunately, Noni Madueke suffered an injury that forced him off the pitch, and Chelsea’s performance declined significantly afterwards.
The visitors took the lead through a straightforward goal from Mitoma in the 30th minute, with Brighton doubling their advantage before halftime due to Chelsea’s careless giveaways. Despite being denied another equalizer, Brighton extended their lead after halftime.
Chelsea pushed hard in the second half but were unable to overcome Brighton’s strong defense. The hosts scored their third goal, with Minteh netting his second, and could have easily won more convincingly.
The heavy defeat marks a low point for Maresca’s Chelsea, who now face Aston Villa away next Saturday.
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