Brighton & Hove Albion's Pascal Gross 'very positive' ahead of new season
Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Pascal Gross has expressed his optimism about the upcoming season, saying the team is 'in a good state'. The 35-year-old spoke to BBC Radio Sussex after the team's 3-0 pre-season win over Roma.
Gross, one of the most senior players at the club, discussed his role in welcoming new signings, including Luka Vuskovic, Costinha, Michael Svoboda, and Sadat Yohanna. He emphasized the importance of building connections with new players and adapting to the team's culture.
As the team prepares for the new season, Gross feels 'very positive' about their chances. He believes the team is 'in a good state' and is looking forward to the upcoming games. With two weeks of preparation left, Gross is confident that the team will be ready for the first game.
What comes next?
The team is currently preparing for the new season, with several players sidelined due to injuries. Evan Ferguson, Zadok Yohanna, Carlos Baleba, Matt O'Riley, and Yankuba Minteh are all out of action. Despite this, Gross remains optimistic about the team's chances.
Why it matters for Brighton & Hove Albion
Gross's positivity is a boost for the team, which is looking to build on last season's performance. The team finished 8th in the Premier League last season, with 53 points from 38 games. They are currently 32 points behind leaders Arsenal and will be looking to close the gap this season.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 8th in Premier League, 53 pts, 14W-11D-13L from 38 games, recent form LLWLW.
The team has scored 52 goals and conceded 46 this season, with a goal difference of +6. Gross's comments are a positive sign for the team, which will be looking to build on their current form.
Goals this season: 52 scored, 46 conceded (+6 goal difference).
As the team prepares for the new season, Gross's positivity is a welcome boost. With two weeks of preparation left, the team is looking to be 'fully ready' for the first game. Gross is 'very, very positive' about their chances and is confident that the team will be able to close the gap with leaders Arsenal.
Title race: 32 points behind leaders Arsenal.
In the end, it's all about being 'game ready' for the first game. Gross believes that the team is 'in a good state' and is looking forward to the upcoming games. With several players sidelined due to injuries, the team will need to rely on their depth and experience to get through the season.
