The early stages of the Premier League season has given Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler plenty to ponder as they pause for the international break.
The Seagulls are 12th in the standings with nine points from the first seven matches with three draws, two wins and two losses.
Last Sunday they drew 1-1 at lowly Wolves as a late header from Jan Paul van Hecke sealed a point. Once again the Seagulls struggled to break through a low defensive block and once again midfielder Carlos Baleba was substituted at halftime.
The Cameroon international has been hooked at the break three times this season as he struggles for form and fitness after links of a summer move to Manchester United
They resume Premier League action on October 18 as they welcome Newcastle United to the Amex Stadium.
Here’s Brighton’s best XI as it stands...
17. James Milner - bench
The 39-year-old remains a key player from the bench in the PL for Hurzeler as he closes in on Gareth Barry's all-time appearances record | Getty Images
18. Ferdi Kadioglu - bench
This is a tough call. He's played well at left back in De Cuyper's absence and probably deserves a spot somewhere in the team | Getty Images
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19. Diego Coppola - bench
The Italian defender has made two PL appearances from the bench and has to be patient for his chances | Getty Images
20. Carlos Baleba - bench
The Cameroon international is not at his best. Hurzeler has subbed him off in every PL match so far - three at halftime. | Getty Images