Brighton & Hove Albion came from behind to secure a 3-1 victory against AFC Bournemouth in an English Premier League clash at The American Express Community Stadium. The match took place on 24th September 2023.

The visitors took the lead in the 25th minute when Dominic Solanke found the back of the net with a left-footed shot, assisted by Ryan Christie. However, Brighton quickly responded before halftime as an own goal by Milos Kerkez leveled the scoreline at 1-1.

The second half belonged to Brighton, who showcased an impressive display. Kaoru Mitoma played a pivotal role, scoring two goals to secure the victory for his team. In the 46th minute, Mitoma found the back of the net with a right-footed shot, assisted by Mahmoud Dahoud. And in the 77th minute, he scored again with a header, assisted by Pervis Estupiñán's cross.

The game was not without its controversial moments, as both teams received several yellow cards. Joël Veltman and Billy Gilmour were booked for Brighton, while Illia Zabarnyi and David Brooks saw yellow for Bournemouth.

Fans and followers took to social media to express their thoughts on the game. Many praised Mitoma and his impact on the team's attack. Others commended the performance of new signing Carlos Baleba, who impressed during his 20-minute debut. There was also acknowledgment of the improved second-half performance by Brighton, thanks to coach RDZ's halftime talk and substitutions.

While the victory was appreciated, some fans expressed concerns about the team's defensive vulnerabilities, highlighting the need for tactical adjustments and stronger defensive midfield presence. Others acknowledged the poor first-half performance but praised the team's resilience and the individual brilliance of players like Lewis Dunk.

With this win, Brighton & Hove Albion climbed to the third position in the Premier League table. The team's next fixture will be against Aston Villa on 30th September 2023. On the other hand, AFC Bournemouth will face Arsenal on the same day as their next match at their home ground.