Roberto De Zerbi Hopes Brighton Fans Will Help Secure Europa League Spot against Southampton

Key Highlights :

1. Roberto De Zerbi believes Albion’s fans can help them to the Europa League.

2. He expects another tough test at home to relegated Southampton.

3. The Seagulls remain two wins from Europe after their 4-1 defeat at Newcastle.

4. But that might have changed by the time they kick-off tomorrow (2pm).

5. They are a point clear of Tottenham and Aston Villa, both of whom play their penultimate games of the campaign today.

6. Albion, who have the superior goal difference, will know by tonight whether they have been nudged closer to Europe by other results.

7. He warned: “I think it will be another tough game but the characteristics, the quality of Newcastle are different. “We will play in our stadium with our fans and we are able to win.”

     Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi believes that the club’s fans can help them secure a spot in the Europa League, as they prepare to face relegated Southampton at the Amex Stadium on Sunday.

     The Seagulls have two wins left to reach the European competition, following their 4-1 defeat at Newcastle. However, this could change as Tottenham and Aston Villa, both of whom have a game in hand, are one point behind.

     De Zerbi is expecting another tough test, but is confident that the club can take the three points with the help of the fans. He said: “I think it will be another tough game but the characteristics, the quality of Newcastle are different. We will play in our stadium with our fans and we are able to win.”

     Levi Colwill and Alexis Mac Allister are expected to return to the starting XI, with Julio Enciso and Evan Ferguson also likely to be strong contenders. De Zerbi will be hoping to make the right selection decisions, including his use of substitutions, in order to secure the win.

     After the Southampton game, the club will hold their traditional end-of-term lap of appreciation. This will be a great opportunity for the players and coaches to thank the supporters for their support throughout the season.

     The Seagulls will be hoping that their fans can help them reach the Europa League, and they will be looking to take all three points against Southampton on Sunday.

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