Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has followed Jurgen Klopp’s stance by insisting it would be “absolutely nonsense” for him to allow any players who would face quarantine rules to leave on international duty.
An angry Lewis Dunk described Lee Mason’s decision to rule out his goal at West Brom as “horrendous” and claimed the referee lost control of the game as Brighton slipped to a controversial defeat.
Referee Lee Mason’s officiating was labelled an “embarrassment” after he disallowed a Brighton goal against West Brom having already decided to award it.
Roy Hodgson said he would not apologise for the manner of Crystal Palace’s performance after Christian Benteke’s injury-time winner snatched a 2-1 victory at bitter rivals Brighton.
Crystal Palace’s injury woes show no signs of improving but Roy Hodgson has called upon his depleted squad to prove they can perform better after two successive defeats.
Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings admitted his side lacked intensity and enthusiasm during their lacklustre 0-0 draw against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.
Dean Smith praised Emiliano Martinez for his “one-man-show” performance and admitted Aston Villa were below average during their goalless draw at Brighton.