Arsenal’s last trip to the south coast had ended in a shock defeat at Southampton 10 days earlier but they avoided another damaging result thanks to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s 13th goal of the season and a much more solid defensive display than that at St Mary’s. Jürgen Locadia, though, equalised to give Chris Hughton’s side an invaluable point after a run of three defeats of their own.Hughton will be the happier manager, with Arsenal beginning the evening 14 points adrift of Liverpool, whom they meet at Anfield on Saturday night. Brighton had to endure a torrid start and deserved their precious point. Related: Brighton 1-1 Arsenal: Premier League – reaction! Related: Spurs go second as Son Heung-min doubles up in rout of Bournemouth Continue readingreadfullarticle
