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Yalcouye header secures narrow win for Brighton at Getafe

Malick Yalcouye's second-half header secured a narrow 1-0 win for Brighton at Getafe as Fabian Hurzeler's side moved into the top eight of the Conference League.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:00 PM
Yalcouye header secures narrow win for Brighton at Getafe
Key Things to Know
  • Malick Yalcouye scored the only goal as Brighton defeated Getafe 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League.
  • The 64th-minute header followed an assist cushioned across the face of goal by Costinha.
  • Jaouen Hadjam struck the woodwork twice for Brighton before Yalcouye found the breakthrough.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Malick Yalcouye scored a 64th-minute header to earn Brighton a narrow 1-0 away victory against Getafe in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday. The Ivory Coast midfielder converted from close range following a cushioned header from Costinha, securing all three points for Fabian Hurzeler's side at Estadio Coliseum.

The result lifts Brighton into fifth place in the Conference League standings and keeps them unbeaten across three fixtures. Before the opening goal, Jaouen Hadjam was denied twice by the woodwork, while substitute Ibrahim Osman missed a late opportunity to double the lead.

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