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West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Moder has tons of time on the right-hand side to swing a fine cross towards the near post. Gross throws himself at the delivery but cannot reach as Areola and the West Ham defence escape without punishment.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
This is the first time Areola, having been forced into six stops this game, has made at least five saves in a home Premier League match for West Ham since September against Manchester City (10). That shows the dominance of Brighton so far, albeit without reward.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Lallana makes a good run down the right-hand side before angling a low cross towards the near post, from which Ferguson attempts a cute flick-on. Ogbonna and Mavropanos are equal to the task, though, as the pair block before the Italian defender clears long.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton have scored more goals via substitutes than any other Premier League side this season (12). Can one of De Zerbi's changes make the difference here?
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
WIDE! Not for the first time in this game, Gross goes close with a header. Milner stands up an inviting centre towards the penalty spot, where the Germany midfielder nods a tame effort just wide to Areola's right.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton have kept just three away clean sheets in the Premier League since the start of last season, beating West Ham 2-0 in August 2022, Bournemouth 2-0 in April 2023 and Arsenal 3-0 in May 2023. The Seagulls appear on course for a rare shutout here, unless there is some late drama.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Owing to Webster's injury, it appears De Zerbi has entrusted Hinshelwood with a move from right-back to the centre of defence. The versatile Brighton midfielder has been asked to do a number of positional tasks during his time under the Italian, who clearly has a lot of faith in him.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Webster, who has only just returned to fitness, is unable to continue with injury. De Zerbi brings the centre-back off for Moder. It will be interesting to see how Brighton cover the defender’s absence with another makeshift addition to their line-up.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Substitution Facundo Valentín Buonanotte Adam David Lallana
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