Match Summary

Nottingham Forest – Brighton & Hove Albion: 0–2
Brighton struck just before halftime as Maxime De Cuyper converted a tidy setup from Georginio Rutter to silence the City Ground. Forest pressed throughout, firing 16 shots and earning 9 corners, but lacked precision in front of goal. Late substitute Stefanos Tzimas sealed the deal in the 88th minute, showcasing the Seagulls' clinical touch. Brighton’s defense held firm with 6 blocked shots, frustrating a Forest side that edged possession but couldn't find the net. A sharp away win keeps Brighton flying high.

Man of the Match

Key player: Maxime De Cuyper (Brighton & Hove Albion):
The fullback opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time, giving Brighton a critical edge just before the break.
His goal from close range, expertly set up by Georginio Rutter, broke the deadlock and shifted momentum firmly in Brighton’s favor.

Conclusion

Brighton delivered a composed and clinical away performance, capitalizing on decisive moments and keeping a clean sheet despite Forest’s persistent efforts. This result further strengthens Brighton's position in the standings and underlines their growing consistency.