Brighton mounts set-piece comeback to defeat Strasbourg in Austria

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Brighton mounts set-piece comeback to defeat Strasbourg in Austria
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Brighton overcame a 2-0 deficit to secure a 4-3 victory against Strasbourg during a friendly match in Austria on August 1, 2026. Strasbourg initially took the lead with goals from Martial Godo and Samuel Amo-Ameyaw within the first 14 minutes. However, Brighton quickly responded with two goals in six minutes, including a penalty from Pascal Gross. A header from Eiran Cashin in the second half gave Brighton the lead, with Ibrahim Osman later adding another goal from the penalty spot. Strasbourg scored a late goal through Ghianny Kodia. The match featured extended play, allowing players more game time after the regular 90 minutes.

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  • Brighton played against Strasbourg during a training camp in Austria.
  • The match ended 4-3 in favor of Brighton after extra time.
  • Brighton scored all their goals from set pieces.
  • Eiran Cashin and Ibrahim Osman contributed key goals for Brighton.
  • The clubs played an additional 30 minutes for more game time.
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Brighton scored all of their goals from set pieces as they fought back from 2-0 down to clinch a 4-3 win against Strasbourg to wrap up their week-long training camp in Austria. The Ligue 1 side went two goals up inside the first 14 minutes thanks to Martial Godo and Samuel Amo-Ameyaw, before the Seagulls hit back with two goals in six minutes. Pascal Gross needed a second bite at the cherry to convert his penalty, before assisting team-mate Olivier Boscagli from a free-kick for an important equaliser.

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