Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler addressed the media ahead of a massive Premier League clash this Saturday, as the Seagulls travel to face Tottenham Hotspur. With kick-off set for 17:30 BST at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the focus is firmly on continuing the team's positive momentum.

On the injury front, Hurzeler provided a brief update, confirming that experienced midfielder James Milner remains sidelined but is "getting close" to a return. Beyond that, there were no further team news developments to report.

The pre-match conversation naturally turned to Hurzeler's predecessor, Roberto De Zerbi, who will be in the opposing dugout. Hurzeler was full of praise for the Italian's legacy, acknowledging his "huge impact" in leading Brighton to Europe for the first time. "He deserves this praise," Hurzeler stated. However, he was quick to shift focus to the present task: "When the whistle starts, it's a game between Brighton and Tottenham... We are there to win this game and to keep showing the right habits."

This emphasis on consistent performance over fleeting form was a key theme. Hurzeler stressed that "form doesn't win you games," underscoring the team's daily responsibility to maintain their standards and identity. He pointed to the squad's recent winning run as a reward for underlying performances that were already strong, noting, "Before we had this run, our performances weren't bad, the only difference was that we weren't able to get the results."

Looking at the challenge of facing a Spurs side that has surprised many with its struggles this season, Hurzeler highlighted the brutal competitiveness of the Premier League. "You need to be at your highest level every weekend," he warned, drawing from Brighton's own experiences during tougher periods this campaign.

Ultimately, Hurzeler framed the match as an opportunity to reward the travelling supporters. The game plan is clear: "Our goal is that we make our supporters loud and proud." To achieve that, Brighton intends to impose its signature style. "We need to go there and play intense football," Hurzeler affirmed, setting the stage for what promises to be a compelling tactical battle in North London.