Ghana international Tariq Lamptey delivered a standout performance for Brighton & Hove Albion in their 1-1 draw against Southampton on Friday night at the Amex Stadium, providing an assist in the process.
Deployed as a right-back, Lamptey played a key role in Brighton’s attacking play.
In the 29th minute, his perfectly timed assist set up Kaoru Mitoma, who finished calmly to give the hosts an early lead.
Brighton held onto their advantage through the first half, but Southampton responded strongly after the break. The visitors equalized in the 59th minute through Flynn Downes, setting up a tense final 30 minutes of play.
Lamptey played for 72 minutes before being replaced by Lewis Dunk, showcasing his trademark pace and defensive stability throughout the match.
Another Ghanaian, Kamaldeen Sulemana, came on as a late substitute for Southampton. Despite his efforts to make an impact, the game ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams settling for a point.
Lamptey’s continued strong form highlights his importance to Brighton, while Sulemana is focused on securing more playing time as the season unfolds.
