AliousPotter’s Last Stand? Redemption on the Line as West Ham Eye Fragile Brighton
Graham Potter’s upcoming trip to Brighton with West Ham might not be a must-win in the strictest sense—but it’s arguably his best shot at stopping the slide and salvaging a turbulent season.
The Hammers head to the Amex to face a Brighton team that looks secure in 10th place but is quietly unraveling under new manager Fabian Hürzeler. Despite a summer spending spree, murmurs of doubt are growing louder around Hürzeler’s tenure. With Brighton stumbling and key players like João Pedro likely sidelined, Potter has a prime opportunity to get one over his old club—who are struggling just as badly as his current side.
West Ham’s upcoming fixture list is daunting—Spurs, Manchester United, Nottingham Forest, and Ipswich all loom large—and given recent form, it’s hard to pinpoint where the next three points will come from. That makes this weekend’s showdown potentially pivotal.
Adding fuel to the fire, Niclas Fullkrug’s blistering post-match rant after the Southampton draw—where he accused teammates of switching off after scoring—should light a spark under the West Ham dressing room. If Potter can channel that frustration into grit, this could be the moment his side finally shows some teeth.
For Brighton, the pressure is also mounting. Hürzeler will be desperate to steady the ship, but this iteration of the Seagulls is a far cry from the thrilling, fluid force under Roberto De Zerbi.
For Potter, Saturday is more than just another game. It’s a shot at redemption, a chance to reignite belief—and maybe, just maybe, the turning point in a season slipping away.
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