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Brighton & Hove Albion is currently the Premier League's most in-form team, pushing for European qualification. A recent victory over Chelsea has boosted their chances for a spot in the Europa League or Conference League.
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Brighton are the Premier League's most in-form side and are mounting a late push for European qualification.
A fourth win in five meetings with Chelsea across all competitions helped to heighten an already feel-good atmosphere at the Amex Stadium.
It is the latest result in a run that is carrying Fabian Hurzeler's side towards European football. While Champions League qualification remains a remote possibility, a place in the Europa League or Conference League appears a more realistic target.
This sixth win in eight games leaves Brighton top of the form table, supported by a settled and fully fit squad capable of delivering the kind of energetic display seen here.
There was quality in the delivery of the experienced German Pascal Gross, sustained threat from full-back positions through Ferdi Kadioglu, and a defence growing in authority as Jan Paul van Hecke and Riccardo Boscagli continue to build an impressive partnership.
Brighton's strength in depth was also evident, with Maxim De Cuyper and Danny Welbeck combining off the bench for a late third goal.
The contrast with Chelsea is marked. In seeking to emulate aspects of Brighton's model while compromising their own established identity, the Blues have been left with the worst of both worlds. Brighton, by contrast, continue to double down on theirs - with tangible success.
Brighton & Hove Albion is the most in-form team in the Premier League, winning four of their last five matches.
While Champions League qualification is unlikely, Brighton is realistically aiming for a spot in the Europa League or Conference League.
The manager of Brighton & Hove Albion is Fabian Hurzeler.

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