Brighton Thrash Norwich 4-0 to Storm Into FA Cup Fourth Round
Brighton & Hove Albion delivered a commanding performance to secure a 4-0 victory over Norwich City in the FA Cup third round at Carrow Road. The Seagulls, led by Fabian Hurzeler, showcased their Premier League quality as they cruised past the Championship side, ending an eight-match winless streak in all competitions.
Georginio Rutter was the star of the night, scoring twice in the first half to set the tone for Brighton’s dominance. The opener came in the 37th minute, as Joel Veltman’s precise cross found Rutter unmarked in the box. The forward’s clinical header left Norwich’s goalkeeper George Long with no chance. As the first half drew to a close, Rutter struck again. Freed by Yankuba Minteh, his deflected strike soared into the roof of the net, effectively extinguishing Norwich’s hopes of a comeback.
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Brighton’s dominance continued into the second half. Julio Enciso added the third goal in the 59th minute with an impressive solo effort, dispossessing Brad Hills before curling a superb finish into the far corner. The Seagulls weren’t done yet—substitute Solly March, making his way back from an ACL injury, sealed the win with a stunning left-footed shot in the 74th minute.
Norwich struggled to break down Brighton’s defense. Without their suspended top scorer Borja Sainz, the Canaries’ attacking options looked limited. They came closest early in the second half when Marcelino Nunez tested Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele, but clear-cut chances were hard to come by.
Brighton’s depth and quality were evident throughout. Even with six changes to the starting lineup, Hurzeler’s squad featured key players like Kaoru Mitoma, who consistently troubled the Norwich defense. The win not only advanced Brighton to the fourth round but also served as a confidence boost as they look to improve their Premier League form.
With the fourth-round draw set to follow Sunday’s Arsenal vs. Manchester United clash, Brighton fans will be eager to see who their next FA Cup opponent will be. For now, the Seagulls can revel in a superb all-around display that reaffirmed their credentials as strong contenders in this year’s tournament.
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