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Torquay Match Preview

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Brighton face a tough challenge tomorrow afternoon as we take on Torquay United away in the 2nd Round of the FA Cup.

The Gulls have already knocked out Albion’s fellow League One rivals Yeovil Town comprehensively in the previous round, thrashing them 4-1 at home.

Vital Quotes:

Torquay United Team News:

Club captain Steve Woods and striker Lee Phillips are welcome returns for Torquay for the game after they both have recovered from hamstring injuries.

However striker Chris Zebroski is ruled out through suspension with Phillips likely to replace him.

Player to watch: Danny Stevens

Made a big impression scoring twice against Yeovil in the last round and is a tricky right winger.

Brighton & Hove Albion Team News:

Striker Alex Revell is likely to return to the bench after fully recovering from a hernia operation and will replace Nathan Elder who is absent through illness.

David Martot also picked up the illness but has recovered in time. Doug Loft will also be in contention for a place on the bench.

Tommy Fraser will replace the suspended George O’Callaghan in central midfield.

Player to watch: Nicky Forster

Scored 7 in 7 games in November and will be looking to continue his impressive run of form.

Match Prediction:

Torquay 1 – 2 Brighton

Next Fixture:

Friday 7th December: Nottingham Forest (home)

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