Shaw scored in the 86th minute to set up a tense finish, but Brighton held firm to secure the shock win. League Implications
The story of the match was one of missed opportunities for Manchester City and clinical resilience from Brighton. Manchester City - Brighton
In the Men's Premier League, the two sides most recently met on , resulting in a 1–1 draw at the Etihad Stadium. Alex Greenwood on Manchester City defeat to Brighton Shaw scored in the 86th minute to set
Watch the full highlights of Brighton's dramatic comeback against the league leaders: WSL highlights: Brighton & Hove Albion 3-2 Manchester City BBC• Apr 25, 2026 Alex Greenwood on Manchester City defeat to Brighton
In their most recent matchup on April 25, 2026, secured a stunning 3–2 upset victory over league leaders Manchester City W.F.C. in the Women's Super League. Brighton & Hove Albion Sat, Apr 25 Women's Super League M. Haley (45'+ 2') K. Seike (47') M. Haley (65') Kerolin (5') K. Shaw (86') The Seagulls Stun the Leaders
In first-half stoppage time, Brighton's Madison Haley leveled the score against the run of play.
City took an early lead in the 5th minute through a looping shot from Kerolin . They continued to dominate the first half, but Khadija "Bunny" Shaw hit the post, leaving the door open for a comeback.