Brighton stun Man. City with last-gasp heroics as Guardiola’s side crumbles

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

In a match dripping with suspense and flair, Brighton & Hove Albion executed a breathtaking late comeback to topple Manchester City 2-1 at the Amex Stadium.

Erling Haaland seemed to have sealed City’s fate, scoring the opener in the 34th minute, marking his 88th Premier League goal on his 100th appearance.

But the game took a dramatic turn thanks to a tactical masterstroke by Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler, who unleashed a bold quadruple substitution just after the hour mark.

The switch paid dividends instantly. In the 67th minute, seasoned veteran James Milner, aged 39 years and 239 days, held his nerve to convert a controversial penalty, becoming the oldest-ever penalty scorer in Premier League history.

From that moment, momentum swung entirely Brighton’s way. With City’s defence unraveling, substitute Brajan Gruda struck a stunning winner in the 89th minute, coolly rounding keeper James Trafford and slotting home to spark wild celebrations

The two goals left City with their second consecutive Premier League defeat, raising serious questions about their dominance as they head into the international break with just three points from three games

Haaland’s milestone goal was blindsided by a tactical and psychological blow that showcased Brighton’s tenacity and City’s growing fragility.

It was another intense chapter underscoring how even the seemingly invincible can collapse under pressure.