165 - BIG STEP

Sevilla was stunned.

Alejandro Pozo was gesturing furiously at his companions. "Are you asleep? How could we let this happen?" He looked at Bryan Gil. "Come on, it's only two goals. They haven't won yet."

But the words of encouragement didn't seem to have much effect. When Brighton regained possession, something had changed. Jimenez's instructions were finally being followed by the letter. Felix and Javier dictated the pace in midfield, distributing passes and keeping possession. Lucas, now more confident, dropped back to help with the ball and pressured the Sevilla players into making mistakes.

"Brighton are playing like never, after Tanaka's spectacular goal!" exclaimed the broadcaster. "It looks like that goal gave the team the injection of confidence they needed. Lucas Tanaka, as well as being the standout performer, is leading the way on the pitch. He drops back to pick up the ball, organizes the play and, when Brighton goes forward, he's always a threat."