Groß Leads Clinical Win for Brighton Over Arsenal
Brighton & Hove Albion delivered a statement Premier League result with a 3-0 home victory over Arsenal at the American Express Stadium. The hosts needed only 40% possession to control the key moments and the penalty areas.
A well-taken strike from Pascal Groß, a sharp finish from Charalampos Kostoulas, and a set-piece header by Chema Andrés sealed it for Brighton. Arsenal produced more passes and a higher xG, but Brighton's finishing, defensive discipline, and superior set-piece work told the story.
Groß was the game's MVP, posting an 8.3 Sofascore Rating and deciding both boxes with his opener and assist on the third goal. He knitted play through the middle with 24/29 passing, including 15/19 in the opposition half, and supplied two key passes with one big chance created.