# Brighton's Champions League Push

> Brighton aims for Champions League spot after strong Premier League start.
- Title: Brighton's Champions League Push · the Guardian | Shortify
- Summary: Brighton aims for Champions League spot after strong Premier League start. Brighton's efficient squad could qualify for Champions League despite mid-season…
- Keywords: brighton, champions league, premier league, fabian hurzeler, pascal gross, brentford, bournemouth, sports, Brighton's, Champions, League, Push
- Source: the Guardian — https://theguardian.com/football/2026/oct/19/brighton-premier-league-start
- Published: 2026-10-19T14:51:11+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: brighton, champions league, premier league, fabian hurzeler, pascal gross, brentford, bournemouth, sports
## Brighton's Premier League Position
Brighton are third in the table after a successful start to the season.
## B Club Aspiration
Brighton are the apex B club, their next target should be a Champions League place.
## Brentford's Recent Result
Brentford began the weekend in third with a 2-1 defeat to Liverpool.
## Brighton's 5-0 Win
Brighton ended a run of four derbies without success with a crushing 5-0 win.
## Pascal Gross Impact
Pascal Gross has registered four assists and three goals this season.
## Mid-Season Slump
Brighton haven't won a game in December since 2023.
## Champions League Target
Brighton's squad depth suggests they can qualify for Champions League.
## Key takeaway

Brighton's efficient squad could qualify for Champions League despite mid-season slump.