AliousBrighton’s Hinshelwood and Hurzeler Reflect on Thrilling Draw with Manchester City
Brighton’s 19-year-old rising star shared his thoughts following a gripping 2-2 encounter against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, March 15. The hard-fought draw kept City in fifth place while Brighton missed the opportunity to leapfrog them in the battle for Champions League qualification.
Hinshelwood: Brighton’s Confidence Growing After Impressive Run**
Speaking after the match, the young midfielder acknowledged the difficulty of facing City, even though the reigning champions have not been at their dominant best this season.
**“Playing at Man City is always tough. They might not have been at their peak this season, but it’s still one of the hardest places to come and get a result.”**
Despite the challenge, he highlighted Brighton’s growing confidence, emphasizing the team’s belief that they can compete with anyone.
**“With the run we’re on, we step into every game believing we can win. The support from our fans has been incredible, and if we keep building on this momentum, we’ll be a difficult team to stop.”**
Reflecting on Brighton’s European campaign last season, Hinshelwood expressed the squad’s hunger to return to continental football.
**“Experiencing European football last season gave us a taste of what it’s like. As a club, we’re all pushing to get back there and relive that feeling.”**
Hurzeler: Brighton Deserved to Win Against City
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler admitted there was a sense of frustration in the dressing room after the final whistle, as he felt his team had done enough to take all three points.
“There was a feeling of disappointment after the game. We created great chances, particularly in the second half, and I believe we deserved the win.”
While satisfied with the overall performance, Hurzeler stressed the importance of maintaining focus and using the result as a learning experience.
“I’m pleased with how we played. Of course, you have to accept the result, but it’s good that we feel disappointed—it shows our ambition. What matters is that we continue to build on these performances and keep improving.”
With Brighton continuing to challenge the Premier League’s elite, the team remains determined to secure a place in European competition once again.
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