Hurzeler on team news, rotation and captain Dunk's impact

Liverpool captain Grace Fisk has been ruled out for the next 10 days due to a calf injury, which led to her withdrawal from the England squad. Manager Gareth Taylor expressed concern that this injury comes at a particularly challenging time for the team as they prepare for upcoming matches against Arsenal, Aston Villa, and West Ham.

A Leeds United supporter has received an indefinite ban from the club after entering the technical area during a Premier League match against Aston Villa on November 23. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding fan behavior and safety during matches, particularly in high-stakes environments.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Mohamed Salah will leave for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) on December 15, meaning his last match before departure is likely to be on December 13 against Brighton. If Egypt progresses to the final, Salah could be absent for up to seven games, returning no earlier than January 19.

Brighton secured a significant 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, marking a strong comeback after their previous 7-0 defeat at the same venue ten months ago. Maxim De Cuyper opened the scoring, followed by Stefanos Tzimas sealing the win late in the match, propelling Brighton to fifth place in the Premier League standings.

Brighton leads at halftime against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, marking a significant turnaround after their previous 7-0 defeat at the same venue ten months ago. This match represents an opportunity for Brighton to avenge their worst loss in 67 years.