In a remarkable turn of events, Brighton clinched a remarkable 3-1 triumph over Manchester United at the hallowed grounds of Old Trafford, a result that sent shockwaves through the media. Former Tottenham midfielder, and member of Brighton’s coaching staff, Sandro, explains why we should expect more of this from the club.
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Brighton, with Roberto De Zerbi at the helm, has ignited the excitement of Premier League enthusiasts by commencing the season in spectacular fashion, notching four victories in five games.
However, for Sandro, these victories are merely business as usual. He explains on the Correspondentes Premier podcast.
“I live day to day at Brighton and this (victory over United at Olf Trafford) was normal. They have been doing this (beating giants)”
He astutely observed that Brighton consistently outmaneuvers top-tier teams, leaving star players such as Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes frustrated by their tactics.
The last one year of RDZ
Roberto De Zerbi assumed the reins at Brighton a year ago, navigating a turbulent start with an unwelcome streak of four consecutive defeats.
One year of Roberto De Zerbi. Forza Albion. 👊 pic.twitter.com/bkthyaN3xJ
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) September 18, 2023
However, he orchestrated a dramatic transformation, guiding the team to a commendable sixth place in the league and securing an unprecedented spot in the Europa League. Sandro, who had previously been under De Zerbi’s tutelage during their time at Benevento in 2017, gives his history with RDZ
“I remember the beginning of De Zerbi and there were four games without a win. I even sent him a message before the game against Chelsea, which was his first win. It’s incredible the level the guys are at today, it’s a top team, they’re going to fight to be in the Champions League, that’s very clear”
Despite their relegation during their time at Benevento, Sandro held De Zerbi in the highest esteem, contemplating staying with the team had De Zerbi retained his position. His admiration for De Zerbi’s coaching acumen was unambiguous, and he envisioned De Zerbi as a future luminary in the global coaching landscape.
Brighton is now poised to embark on its maiden voyage in the Europa League, an achievement that underscores their ascent as the fifth-placed team in the Premier League. Their journey will see them face formidable opponents in the form of AEK Athens, Ajax, and Olympique de Marseille in group B of the Europa League, solidifying their status as a formidable presence on the European stage.
