Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler expressed his satisfaction with the decision to overturn Everton’s penalty during their 3-0 win at Goodison Park. Early in the second half, referee Simon Hooper awarded Everton a penalty after Dominic Calvert-Lewin went down under a challenge from Brighton captain Lewis Dunk. However, VAR intervened, and after reviewing the incident on a pitchside monitor, Hooper reversed his decision, determining that it was Calvert-Lewin who had stepped on Dunk’s foot, and no foul had occurred.
Hurzeler, who is making waves as the first Premier League manager younger than the competition itself, firmly believed that the initial penalty call was incorrect. He emphasized the importance of VAR in correcting what he saw as a “clear, clear false decision.” The overturn was crucial, as it allowed Brighton to maintain their lead, which was later extended by further goals.
Hurzeler also praised his team’s resilience, particularly in the challenging atmosphere of Goodison Park, which was hosting the first fixture of Everton’s final season at the historic ground. He was pleased with Brighton’s defensive solidity and their ability to control the game after weathering early pressure from Everton.
The Brighton manager was particularly complimentary of his attacking options, including Kaoru Mitoma, Joao Pedro, Danny Welbeck, and Yankuba Minteh. Hurzeler noted that having such talented players made his job easier, especially given their ability to score in various phases of play, whether in possession or on the counter. He highlighted Minteh’s impressive debut, which he felt was a continuation of the hard work and promise the player had shown during pre-season.
Overall, Hurzeler was delighted with the team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining humility and continuing to work hard despite the strong start to the Premier League season.
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