On March 15, 2025, Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion played to a 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium.

Erling Haaland opened the scoring for City with a penalty, marking his 100th Premier League goal involvement in just 94 games—a new league record. Brighton’s Pervis Estupiñán equalized with a free-kick, and after Omar Marmoush restored City’s lead, an own goal by Abdukodir Khusanov resulted in the final 2-2 scoreline.

This result leaves Manchester City provisionally in fifth place in the Premier League, intensifying their battle for European qualification. Manager Pep Guardiola emphasized the importance of the remaining fixtures, referring to them as “nine finals” in their pursuit of a top-four finish.

Brighton’s youthful lineup showcased resilience and tactical prowess, with standout performances from players like Carlos Baleba and Jack Hinshelwood. Their efforts contributed significantly to securing a valuable point against the reigning champions.