Brighton & Hove Albion wins Conference League match with Ibrahim debut

Brighton & Hove Albion secured a 4-0 victory against Kauno Zalgiris in the UEFA Conference League, highlighted by the professional debut of 18-year-old Younes Ibrahim. Ibrahim, an Australian-born winger, provided an assist for Matt O’Riley shortly after being introduced as a substitute. Manager Fabian Hurzeler praised the youngster’s creativity, intensity, and technical ability, noting his impactful contribution to the match.

In contrast to Ibrahim’s successful debut, manager Hurzeler addressed the ongoing adjustment period for Nigerian forwards Femi Azeez and Zadok Yohanna. Both players are currently working to adapt to the club’s intensity and tactical demands. Azeez, who joined from Millwall, has yet to make a competitive appearance for the club and was absent from recent training due to a knock, though Hurzeler indicated there are no major concerns regarding his recovery.