Burnley manager Vincent Kompany is preparing to face Brighton in the upcoming Premier League match at Turf Moor. The company described Brighton as “unique opposition” after their previous meeting at the Amex Stadium in December ended in a draw.
In his pre-match press conference, Kompany praised Brighton for establishing themselves in a league with the habits of top teams. Despite not being classified as one of the big six teams, Brighton could demand that even the bigger teams adjust their game when faced with them. This ability makes them stand out in the league.
Kompany highlighted Brighton’s style of play, mentioning how they force their opponents to adapt by finding positions between the lines and creating overloads to find the free man. Whether facing a zone press or a man-orientated press, Brighton have movement patterns that allow them to create space and exploit the opposition’s weaknesses.
The Burnley manager acknowledged Brighton’s control of tempo, their goalkeeper’s role as an outside player and their quick recovery of the ball when possession was lost. This style of play has developed over the years, showing Brighton’s commitment to their strategic approach to the game.
Ultimately, Kompany recognizes Brighton’s success as not something that happened overnight, but as the result of years of commitment to their tactical approach. The upcoming match against Brighton promises to be a challenging one for Burnley, given their opponents’ unique style of play.
