Enock Mwepu was the star of the show for the visitors, creating Leandro Trossard’s opener before his own fine strike doubled the lead. Martin Odegaard’s late consolation meant Brighton left with a deserved 2-1 win. Brighton travelled to north London having ended a six-game losing streak with a goalless home draw with rock bottom Norwich last weekend. Expand Close Brighton’s Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring the opener (Aaron Chown/PA) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Brighton’s Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring the opener (Aaron Chown/PA)The goal came down Arsenal’s left, something that would not have gone unnoticed by Arteta following his selection, which saw back-up left-back Nuno Tavares dropped despite Tierney’s absence as Granit Xhaka deputised instead. Instead the task became harder as Brighton deservedly doubled their lead.

Source: Irish Independent April 09, 2022 16:52 UTC