- Carlos Baleba was awarded Man of the Match in Brighton’s goalless draw against Ipswich Town
- He received the highest Sofa score rating after the encounter for the numerous chances created
- Brighton remains unbeaten this season, sitting third in the Premier League, as they look to convert their possession dominance into goals in the coming matches
Carlos Baleba was named Man of the Match in Brighton’s goalless draw against Ipswich Town on September 14, 2024, showcasing a strong performance despite the team’s inability to score.
This match marked his fourth appearance of the 2024-2025 Premier League season, where Brighton currently sits third in the league with eight points from four matches.
The cameroonian was instrumental in midfield, recording a Sofascore rating of 7.0. He had one shot on target early in the game, demonstrating his attacking intent.
Throughout the match, he completed 87% of his passes, contributing to Brighton’s possession dominance, which amounted to 67% overall.
Baleba also made several key tackles and interceptions, helping to maintain defensive stability against Ipswich’s counter-attacks in the second half of the encounter.This is Baleba’s first man of the match title this season
Brighton’s manager, Fabian Hurzeler, praised the 20-year-old and his fellow midfielders for their strong performances, emphasizing their youth and potential. Hurzeler noted, “We did everything to win this game… I was happy with the performance,” indicating that while the result was disappointing, the team’s effort was commendable.
Ipswich’s manager, Kieran McKenna, acknowledged the challenge posed by Brighton’s midfield, highlighting the effectiveness of their pressing and ball control.
So far this season, the former Lille player has played in four matches, maintaining a consistent presence in the starting lineup. His performances have been pivotal for Brighton, who are still seeking to convert their dominance into goals, having failed to score in ten Premier League matches this calendar year, the highest among all teams.
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