Who scored Brighton’s first goal against Aston Villa in their 4–0 2026–27 Premier League opening-weekend win?

Victor Lindelöf scored Brighton’s first goal against Aston Villa as an own goal in their 4–0 2026–27 Premier League opening-weekend win.

Lindelöf’s own goal opened the scoring at the Amex Stadium. Maxim De Cuyper then scored Brighton’s second, while Jack Hinshelwood struck twice in a rapid spell to complete a commanding 4–0 victory.

Because the first goal was officially recorded as an own goal, it is not credited to a Brighton attacking player. This is a common source of confusion when recalling the match, especially because Hinshelwood’s brace became the most memorable individual scoring contribution.

The match was also shaped by Aston Villa’s dismissal of João Gomes before half-time. Brighton took full advantage, scoring four times and finishing the opening weekend with one of the largest wins in the division. The victory placed them among the early leaders on goal difference.