A late goal from Joao Pedro saw Brighton and Hove Albion enjoy an excellent 2-1 victory against Manchester United in the Premier League.
Brighton had opened the scoring against the run of play on the 32nd minute through former United striker Danny Welbeck. The visitors allowed too much time for Pedro to cross into the box. The ball fell nicely for Kaoru Mitoma, who picked out a clever cross for Welbeck to tap home from close range.
There was an immediate scare for the Seagulls as Marcus Rashford had the ball in the net soon after but the effort has chalked off for offside. Erik ten Hag's men did get their equaliser and it arrived on the hour as Diallo cut inside left back Jack Hinshelwood and fired home beyond Steele. The Seagulls pushed late on and new £40m signing from Leeds United, Georginio Rutter, was introduced but it was that brilliant Brazilian Pedro who netted the winner with a late header. It was just what his second half performance deserved.
Here’s how the Albion players rated…
1. Jason Steele - 7
Will be disappointed not to keep another clean sheet but performed well enough and had little chance with the goal. Verbruggen is expected to be available for the Arsenal game. Photo: Steve Bardens
2. Jack Hinshelwood - 7
Once again played in the left back role and looked comfortable for the most part. Caught out by Diallo's pace and trickery for the equalising goal. Photo: Jan Kruger
3. Lewis Dunk - 7
The skipper defended well and good use of the ball when in possession at the back. A threat at set-pieces. Photo: Steve Bardens
4. Jan Paul Van Hecke - 8
Excellent in the first half, blocks interceptions and good with the ball. What a player he is proving to be for Brighton. Photo: Steve Bardens