Brighton & Hove Albion are flying high at the Amex Stadium, currently leading Chelsea 2-0 in a thrilling Premier League encounter. The Seagulls have dominated the first half with clinical finishing and relentless pressure, putting Graham Potter’s Blues under immense stress.Kaoru Mitoma was the star of the opening goal in the 27th minute, unleashing a dazzling solo run that showcased his exceptional dribbling and composure. The Japanese winger slalomed past Chelsea defenders before slotting the ball into the net with finesse, giving Brighton the early advantage. It was a goal that sent a clear message: Brighton were ready to take control.Just 11 minutes later, Brighton doubled their lead in a well-executed team move. Yankuba Minteh, who has been a revelation for the Seagulls this season, kept his cool after sustained pressure from Brighton, finishing off a clever pass to make it 2-0. Minteh’s composed finish highlighted the attacking sharpness Brighton have developed under Roberto De Zerbi. The Chelsea defense, which has been vulnerable in recent weeks, had no answer to the Seagulls’ dynamic play.The frustrations were further compounded for Chelsea when their goal was ruled out for a foul by Enzo Fernandez. Despite looking to pull one back, Chelsea’s inability to finish and their struggles to create clear-cut chances have only added to the mounting pressure on the team.Chelsea’s away form has been a growing concern for Potter, and this performance only adds fuel to the fire. Their recent struggles on the road have been evident, and they have yet to show the resilience needed to overcome Brighton’s high press and fast breaks. The Blues have had opportunities, but their attacking play has been disjointed, and Brighton’s clinical finishers have made sure those mistakes are punished.As the second half looms, Chelsea have a lot of work to do if they want to salvage something from this match. But Brighton’s aggressive and effective play has been a lesson in how to take full advantage of a defensive frailty. With Mitoma and Minteh continuing to threaten, Chelsea will need to regroup quickly and sharpen their response if they have any hope of getting back into this clash.If Brighton holds onto this lead, they will have sent a loud statement to the rest of the league, further cementing their place as one of the Premier League’s most exciting teams. For Chelsea, the road to recovery looks steep.
