CHAPTER 512: CHAPTER 512: STRONG TEAM KILLER! SEAGULL BRIGHTON!

"In the game, we will definitely focus on defense, and getting a draw is our goal."

Coach Hughton’s attitude before the game was modest and pragmatic.

In Hughton’s opinion,

Given Brighton’s current form, it’s nearly impossible to defeat a powerful Chelsea team, especially at Stamford Bridge.

Coach Hughton expressed that he would be satisfied with securing a single point in this challenging away match.

On the other hand,

Chelsea’s head coach, Antonio Conte, was brimming with confidence when speaking to reporters:

"Our goal is very clear: we want to win!"

"The opponent is a strong team. Although Brighton is currently ranked quite low, we all know that this team always manages to show resilience when facing stronger opponents.

So, it won’t be easy to beat them.

"But what I want to emphasize is that every Chelsea player is ready."

Eight o’clock in the evening.

The stands at Stamford Bridge were packed with fans.

Tens of thousands of Chelsea supporters eagerly awaited the start of the match, their excitement palpable.

The Lineups:

Tonight, both head coaches fielded their strongest lineups.

Playing at home, Conte opted for his preferred 3-5-2 formation:

Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois

Three Center-Backs: César Azpilicueta, Gary Cahill, Antonio Rüdiger

Five Midfielders: Victor Moses, Cesc Fàbregas, N’Golo Kanté, Tiemoué Bakayoko, Marcos Alonso

Two Forwards: Eden Hazard, Su Luo

For Brighton, Coach Hughton utilized a 4-2-3-1 formation:

Goalkeeper: Mathew Ryan

Four Defenders: Markus Suttner, Lewis Dunk, Shane Duffy, Ezequiel Schelotto

Two Defensive Midfielders: Davy Pröpper, Dale Stephens

Three Attacking Midfielders: José Izquierdo, Pascal Groß, Solly March

Forward: Tomer Hemed

Match Begins:

From the very start, Chelsea players displayed incredible energy and positivity.

They immediately began putting Brighton’s defense under immense pressure.

Midfield Action:

As Chelsea’s midfield maestro, Cesc Fàbregas took control after receiving a pass from a teammate.

With quick thinking and impeccable vision,

He executed a stunning through ball with lightning precision,

Instantly dismantling Brighton’s defensive structure.

In a matter of moments,

The ball landed at Eden Hazard’s feet.

Undeniably,

Hazard is a player with exceptional technical skills and sharp instincts.

Upon receiving the ball,

He surged forward, undeterred by the Brighton defense.

Hazard’s Drive:

One thing is certain:

Hazard’s speed is a weapon few can match.

With a series of quick directional changes,

He left the Brighton defenders scrambling, unable to halt his progress.

Before long,

Hazard had carved out an opportunity to shoot.

Defensive Pressure:

At that critical moment,

Two Brighton midfielders, Davy Pröpper and Dale Stephens, rushed in to confront Hazard.

Their focus and physicality were commendable,

And they nearly dispossessed him.

Hazard’s Decision:

However, at this crucial juncture,

Hazard made the smart choice to pass the ball.

It must be said,

This decision was absolutely the right one.

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