Brighton defeats Chelsea 2-1, advances FA Cup fifth round

Brighton and Hove Albion achieved a comeback victory against Chelsea, winning 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round, which has alleviated some pressure on manager Fabian Hurzeler following a heavy defeat the previous week. Chelsea took an early lead due to a mistake by Brighton’s goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, but Georginio Rutter equalized with a header and assisted Kaoru Mitoma for the winning goal. Rutter's performance was praised by teammates, highlighting his contributions beyond just scoring. The match showcased Brighton's superior attacking depth compared to Chelsea, who struggled without their regular forwards due to injuries and recent player departures. Chelsea's lack of offensive options was evident, as they failed to mount a significant challenge after their early goal. The two teams are set to face each other again in the Premier League soon, with Chelsea hoping to recover from this defeat.