Brighton edge Brentford as Verbruggen denies late Brentford winner
Bart Verbruggen produced a stoppage time hero moment for Brighton, denying Brentford from the spot.
The save came after Igor Thiago coolly dispatched a first half penalty.
Brighton started with focus and intensity but needed a late twist to turn the night.
Danny Welbeck equalised in the 71st minute to spark a grandstand finish.
Substitute Jack Hinshelwood then completed Brighton’s revival with six minutes remaining.
Verbruggen delivered the decisive moment with a stoppage time penalty save.
Brighton edged a dramatic win that keeps them competitive in the chase.
However, Brentford created chances but failed to convert them when it mattered.
This result keeps Brighton in the hunt for form and consistency.
TLDR
Verbruggen seals Brighton victory with a stoppage time penalty save.
Welbeck’s leveller and Hinshelwood’s late strike fuel a dramatic comeback.
Brighton stay in the mix as Brentford exit with a costly loss.
Player: Bart Verbruggen
Team: Brighton & Hove Albion