Brighton vs Stoke preview: Mark Hughes believes Saido Berahino 'will get a hatful' of goals once he scores his first for the Potters
- Brighton host Stoke at the Amex Stadium on Monday night in Premier League
- Brighton currently sit ninth in the top flight, while Stoke lie in 15th place
- Mark Hughes and Dale Stephens have answered questions before the game...
Brighton face a crunch clash against Stoke at the Amex Stadium on Monday in the Premier League.
Newly-promoted Brighton have started the season well and sit ninth in the league following their opening 11 games, but Stoke currently lie 15th, just three points above the relegation zone.
Ahead of Monday night's Premier League match, Stoke boss Mark Hughes and Brighton midfielder Dale Stephens answer our questions...
Brighton host Stoke in the Premier League on Monday night at the Amex Stadium
Mark Hughes
How is Saido Berahino (not netted since joining Stoke for £12m in January)?
'His general form isn't bad. We feel once he gets one, he will get a hatful. It's just about waiting for that dam to burst.
You still feel he can be a big player for you?
'It's difficult for him, but if he does the right things on a daily basis, it will turn round for him.'
Stoke boss Mark Hughes believes once Saido Berahino scores one goal, he will 'get a hatful'
Berahino has failed to find the net since joining Stoke in the January transfer window
Dale Stephens
You are unbeaten in four?
'We've gathered confidence and belief the more we've played. We've played some good football, too, and we're in a good place.'
How do you rate Stoke?
'It's another tough game. They aren't the Stoke of old where they were in your face, they try and play. But they are around us and I think they'll be around us all season so it's a massive game for both teams.'
Why do you think Chris Hughton is ignored by the big clubs?
'I'm not sure and I'm not too fussed and I'm sure the fans feel the same. He has been a massive part of what we've achieved.'
Dale Stephens says Brighton have 'gathered confidence and belief the more' they have played
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