Debut surprises Brighton striker

Published : 10 Feb 2010 15:17:33

Brighton striker Chris Holroyd admits he was not expecting to make his first start so quickly.The 23-year-old, signed from Cambridge United on an 18-month deal in January, replaced Glenn Murray in the starting XI against Huddersfield on Tuesday. He told BBC Sussex: "I didn't expect to start this early, especially with Glenn doing really well scoring. "It was a surprise for me but the gaffer said he wanted to shake things up a bit, wanted to try something new." He added: "Since I'v.... read more