Brighton & Hove Albion staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in a Premier League match, overturning a 2-0 halftime deficit. Tottenham initially dominated with goals from Brennan Johnson and James Maddison, but their defense crumbled in the second half, allowing goals from Yankuba Minteh, Georginio Rutter, and Danny Welbeck. Brighton's win propelled them above Spurs to sixth place in the league standings. The match highlighted Tottenham's defensive vulnerabilities, with manager Ange Postecoglou describing the loss as potentially the worst since his tenure began. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler praised his team's fighting spirit and strategic adjustments, such as the impactful substitution of Pervis Estupiñán. This victory marked Brighton’s first win in five league games, showcasing the effectiveness of their summer squad rebuilding.