Hinshelwood Magic Leaves Brighton Fans Raving After Bologna Winner
Brighton supporters are buzzing following their final pre-season fixture at the Amex Stadium, with academy graduate Jack Hinshelwood stealing the headlines once again.
In a tight encounter against Serie A side Bologna, Fabian Hürzeler’s men struggled to break down a resolute defense during a low-key opening period. However, Hinshelwood’s sharp movement and tactical intelligence completely transformed the tempo after the interval.
The defining moment arrived in the 59th minute. Following sustained pressure down the left flank, Mats Wieffer fired a low ball across the edge of the penalty area. Showing instinct beyond his years, Hinshelwood timed his run to perfection, steering a clinical finish past Łukasz Skorupski to secure a 1-0 victory and preserve the Seagulls’ unbeaten summer run.
Beyond his match-winning strike, Hinshelwood’s relentless energy and dangerous late runs continuously unlocked Bologna’s backline, nearly adding a spectacular second shortly after.
With key wingers sidelined due to injuries, fans were left marveling at how effortlessly the 21-year-old step into central spaces and deliver top-class attacking output. Social media quickly exploded with praise for Hinshelwood, with supporters declaring him a cornerstone of Brighton’s setup heading into the new Premier League campaign.
