The Top Flight
Fansided

Chris Hughton favourite for next Premier League manager to be sacked

By John Wozniak

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 06: Chris Hughton, Manager of Brighton and Hove Albion speaks to Anthony Knockaert of Brighton and Hove Albion during the FA Cup Semi Final match between Manchester City and Brighton and Hove Albion at Wembley Stadium on April 06, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 06: Chris Hughton, Manager of Brighton and Hove Albion speaks to Anthony Knockaert of Brighton and Hove Albion during the FA Cup Semi Final match between Manchester City and Brighton and Hove Albion at Wembley Stadium on April 06, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
2 of 3
Next
Cardiff and Brighton Managers
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND – APRIL 16: Chris Hughton, Manager of Brighton and Hove Albion and Neil Warnock, Manager of Cardiff City shake hands ahead of during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Cardiff City at American Express Community Stadium on April 16, 2019 in Brighton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

Brighton must find a way to get out of their slump. Chris Hughton has a huge task on his hands, failure to keep Brighton in the league is likely to result in a managerial change at the Amex Stadium.

Brighton’s remaining fixtures are a tough proposition for any team. How many points can the Seagulls pick up?

Wolves (a) – Nuno Espírito Santos has enjoyed a good start to life in the Premier League, an FA Cup final would have been the icing on the cake. Wolves are on a poor run of form, however, a top-seven finish is on the cards. It’s difficult to see Wolves losing the game. Verdict – Defeat for Brighton.

Spurs (a) – Mauricio Pochettino has got his players firing on all cylinders at home. Spurs could enjoy their biggest win at their new stadium. Verdict – Defeat for Brighton.

Newcastle (h) – Rafa’s men are likely to be on the beach by the time they play Brighton. Newcastle have achieved Premier League survival and Brighton will pick up a point. Verdict – Draw.

Arsenal (a) – The Gunners are in the four-way battle for a Champions League spot. Unai Emery’s side have too much quality to throw three points away against a team struggling for form. Verdict – Defeat for Brighton.

Manchester City (h) – Man City may have secured the league title. Sergio Agüero and Raheem Sterling are in the race for the Premier League golden boot. Man City could wrap up the title with a big scoreline. Verdict – Defeat for Brighton.

It’s predicted that Brighton will pick up one point from a possible 15. It’s a scenario that sums up their season, however, relegation can be avoided if results elsewhere go in Hughton’s favour.

Home/Premier League