In a tense FA Cup fourth-round match, Chelsea secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Brighton, thanks to an unfortunate own goal by goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen. The incident occurred in the 40th minute of the game, where Verbruggen misjudged a back pass, allowing the ball to creep into the net. This own goal proved decisive as Chelsea held on to their slim lead throughout the second half. Chelsea manager Graham Potter expressed his relief at the result, noting that despite the nature of the goal, it was crucial to progress in the tournament. The win sends Chelsea through to the FA Cup fifth round, where they will meet the winners of the upcoming tie. With this victory, Chelsea aims to improve their season performance while Brighton will look to refocus in the league after their disappointing exit.
Chelsea’s Narrow Victory Over Brighton in FA Cup Fixture
