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Brighton star reveals players ‘not wanting to run’ was key factor in clean sheet drought

Brighton had recorded just one clean sheet in 21 matches before their win over Leeds.

03.11.25, 14:31 Updated 22.05.26, 14:49 2 Minute Read

Charlie Parker-Turner

Charlie Parker-Turner

Brighton had only kept one clean sheet in 21 Premier League games prior to their win over Leeds on Saturday, and now fan favourite Georginio Rutter has spoken about why he feels it has taken the Seagulls so long to keep one.

The Albion’s last clean sheet came in May last season, so the one in their 3-0 on Saturday was their first in the league this season. It arguably felt more important than scoring three goals.

The Frenchman was asked about the clean sheet and if it was something the team can build from, to which he replied to BBC Sussex: “Yeah, of course. If we have clean sheets every game, we don't lose. So we have to keep going, keep pushing and work hard. 

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