Enock Mwepu is flourishing under Graham Potter’s guidance at Brighton, but his today’s performance at the Emirates could be a milestone in the career of a prolific Zambian midfielder.The 24-year-old player assisted Trossard for 1-0 in the first half and then scored himself to kill the game in the second. Despite the expectations, the hosts were unable to fight back properly and earn at least a draw (2-1).Maybe, it could have been done if Gabriel Martinelli’s first-half stoppage-time equaliser wasn’t disallowed for offside. It was an extremely difficult call for the referee as the Brazilian striker stood in the six-yard-box parallel with Brighton’s keeper and defender. Chelsea unload all their frustrations on the Saints, Werner and Mount with the doublesNot even VAR video consultancy did make things easier, but after a lot of thinking, the ref decided to void Martinelli’s goal.One of the more entertaining offside calls you’ll see. pic.twitter.com/EPoqRBMuVs— John Muller (@johnspacemuller) April 9, 2022 Instead of putting the pressure on the visitors in the second period, Mikel Arteta’s boys seemed dispirited after returning from the locker room. The Seagulls made sure to make the most of it as Caicedo strolled down the left wing to provide Mwepu with a perfect assist. The Zambian nailed it perfectly, and it was a shocking 2-0 on the scoreboard.Still, the Gunners managed to score a consolation goal through Odegaard. That was another belter in front of packed stands, but it wasn’t enough to grab at least a draw. Brighton’s custodian Robert Sanchez demonstrated spectacular skills late in the game to save his team’s deserved victory. FridayNewcastle United – Wolverhampton 1-0 (0-0)/Wood 72 pen/SaturdayEverton – Manchester United 1-0 (1-0)/Gordon 27/Arsenal – Brighton 1-2 (0-1)/Trossard 27, Mwepu 66 – Odegaard 89/Southampton – Chelsea 0-6 (0-4)/Alonso 8, Mount 16, 54, Werner 22, 49, Havertz 32/Watford – Leeds 0-3 (0-1)/Raphinha 21, Rodrigo 73, Harrison 83/19:30: (3.50) Aston Villa (3.50) Tottenham (2.20)Sunday16:00: (3.00) Brentford (3.20) West Ham (2.60)16:00: (2.40) Leicester (3.35) Crystal Palace (3.20)16:00: (3.00) Norwich (3.05) Burnley (2.75)18:30: (2.15) Man.City (3.50) Liverpool (3.60)***odds are subject to change***
