Maupay misses pen as Norwich take point from Brighton

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Maupay misses pen as Norwich take point from Brighton

Neal Maupay's missed penalty summed up Brighton's frustration as they were held to a goalless draw at home by Norwich, the Premier League's bottom side.

For all the chances they created, Graham Potter's side couldn't find the net - although they did end a run of six straight league defeats. Norwich, meanwhile, remain eight points adrift of safety after a passive display.

Maupay's big chance came just shy of the half-hour mark, after Sam Byram's handball was spotted by referee Simon Hooper.

The French striker, though, shot high over the bar to mocking cheers from the travelling supporters.

Brighton had created chances before that, with good play down the left from Leandro Trossard leading to a mishit shot from Maupay, before Danny Welbeck saw a close-range effort blocked.

The hosts' lack of cutting edge continued to frustrate them after Maupay's spot-kick miss. Solly March and Alexis Mac Allister failed to hit the target numerous times, and the final ball was badly lacking.