Sat Feb 15 07:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Brighton Thrash Chelsea 3-0, Securing Second Victory in a Week
**Brighton, England –** Brighton & Hove Albion continued their remarkable run against Chelsea, securing a dominant 3-0 victory in their Premier League clash at the Amex Stadium on Friday. This win follows their FA Cup triumph over the same opponent earlier in the week, marking the first time Brighton have beaten the same team twice in seven days in the top flight.
Yankuba Minteh stole the show, scoring a brace either side of halftime. His performance was particularly impressive considering he had only three league goals prior to the match. Kaoru Mitoma opened the scoring with a sensational solo effort, controlling a goal-kick from Chelsea goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen before curling the ball into the net. Verbruggen became the fifth goalkeeper to assist a Premier League goal this season.
Minteh’s first goal came after a scramble in the box, capitalizing on a defensive lapse, while his second was a close-range finish. Brighton dominated the second half, creating several more chances but failing to add to their tally. Chelsea, meanwhile, struggled to create opportunities, failing to register a single shot on target – a first for them in a Premier League match since September 2021.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca described the performance as the worst since his arrival, highlighting his team’s struggles in attack exacerbated by injuries to key players like Nicolas Jackson. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler praised his team’s defensive solidity and ruthlessness in attack.
The victory moves Brighton up to eighth in the league table, while Chelsea remain in fourth, albeit facing the possibility of dropping down the standings this weekend. Brighton next face Southampton, while Chelsea take on Aston Villa. The contrasting performances underscore Brighton’s growing confidence and Chelsea’s current inconsistency.
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