GOLAZONEWSBrighton move to second after victory over 10-man Brentford
- Diego Gomez scored from long range in a 2-0 win.
- Brentford's Igor Thiago was dismissed with a straight red card.
- Fabian Hurzeler's side climbed to second place in the Premier League.
Brighton & Hove Albion moved into second place in the Premier League standings following a 2-0 win over Brentford. Fabian Hurzeler's side secured the three points at home, aided by a significant numerical advantage during the match.
The opening goal featured a strike from distance by Diego Gomez, whose long-range effort helped set the tone for the encounter. Brentford's task became considerably harder when Igor Thiago was sent off. The forward received a straight red card, reducing the visiting team to ten men.
With this result, Brighton continue their upward trajectory in the league table. The victory ensures Hurzeler's team remains among the top challengers in the division, while Brentford were unable to recover after the dismissal and the two-goal deficit.