Brighton recorded its first-ever Premier League victory against Chelsea with a 4-1 win at the Amex on Saturday. A shocking Christian Pulisic miss vs Brighton was one of the lowlights for the Blues in the defeat.
Pulisic got his second start in-a-row on Saturday. He recorded a great assist to Kai Havertz on Tuesday in Champions League action vs. RB Salzburg but had a forgettable performance against Brighton.
The worst moment from the USMNT No. 10 came in the 17th minute when he should have brought Chelsea within one. With Brighton leading 2-0 Conor Gallagher saw his shot from close-range saved by Robert Sánchez. The rebound fell right to the foot of Pulisic who skewed his shot wide.
Christian Pulisic Miss vs Brighton
Christian Pulisic will want this chance back.
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This is another addition to the Pulisic miss compilation. The American had arguably his worst performance of the season on Saturday. On top of his missed shot he lost possession several times and didn’t look great in defense.
Chelsea boss Graham Potter decided to start Pulisic at right wingback and it was once again revealed why he isn’t a defender. Brighton’s third goal saw Pulisic completely lose track of a run from Pervis Estupiñán who fired in a cross that resulted in an own goal.
ANOTHER own goal by Chelsea.
Brighton now has a 3-0 lead.: @USA_Network #MyPLMorning | #BHACHE pic.twitter.com/xdfdrCNjoK
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Brighton got off to a dream start against their former manager Potter with two goals in the opening 15 minutes.
WHAT A START FOR BRIGHTON!
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MAKE THAT TWO!
Brighton extends their lead off the corner.: @USA_Network #MyPLMorning | #BHACHE pic.twitter.com/YMDOo08TWp
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Pulisic and Chelsea looked better in the second half, however it wasn’t enough to overcome the three-goal deficit. A headed goal from Havertz was the only consolation for the Blues.
This game is not over yet!
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Peter Groß added a fourth for Brighton in the 92nd minute.
Pulisic was subbed off in the 79th minute.
