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Brighton shows strong start in Premier League and Carabao Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:11 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Brighton shows strong start in Premier League and Carabao Cup

Summary

Brighton & Hove Albion has claimed seven points from their first four Premier League matches this season. The team also advanced to the Carabao Cup last 16 after coming back from a two-goal deficit against Manchester United. Jobi McAnuff praised Brighton for their impressive performances on the pitch and effective management off it, noting players like Charalampos Kostoulas and Malick Yalcouye stepping up after previous struggles. This strong start helps to mitigate concerns following the departure of striker Danny Welbeck.

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By the Numbers

•Brighton earns seven points in first four Premier League games.
•Team comes back from two goals down to defeat Manchester United in Carabao Cup.
•Jobi McAnuff highlights the effective management and player development at the club.
•Charalampos Kostoulas has three goals this season after struggling last year.
•Malick Yalcouye returns to the squad after a loan spell at Swansea City.

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8:11 AMYahoo Sports — Brighton benefitting from 'real synergy throughout club'

What they're saying

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Former Premier League midfielder Jobi McAnuff believes a combination of Brighton's "phenomenal work" off the field and Fabian Hurzeler's "amazing work" on it have helped to quell any doubts about how the club would fare this season. The Seagulls have taken seven points from their opening four Premier League games, while also coming from two goals down against Manchester United to reach the Carabao Cup last 16. "I watched them beat Aston Villa 4-0 [on the opening day of the season] and they were absolutely magnificent," McAnuff told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily.
— Yahoo Sports

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