Jack Hinshelwood scored Brighton’s two goals within 79 seconds against Aston Villa in the 2026–27 Premier League opener.
Brighton & Hove Albion defeated Aston Villa 4–0 at the American Express Stadium on 23 August 2026. Hinshelwood scored twice in a remarkable 79-second spell as Brighton raced into a commanding lead.
His double was part of four Brighton goals scored during the first 31 minutes. Maxim De Cuyper added another goal, while Villa defender Victor Lindelöf scored an own goal.
The match also featured a red card for Villa midfielder João Gomes shortly before half-time. Brighton’s four first-half goals placed the performance among only a small group of Matchweek 1 displays to reach that mark, following earlier examples by Bolton Wanderers, Manchester United and Liverpool.