Watch the exclusive feature: Gross reflects on his Albion journey

Ahead of Thursday night’s UEFA Conference League match against Kauno Zalgiris, UEFA release an exclusive feature on Pascal Gross’ special connection to the club, his time away and his decision to return to Brighton.

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Pascal Gross celebrates going in front at Sunderland. 📸 by James Boardman.

Watch the full feature piece here on our website and app. (Note: MyAlbion login required).

Supporters can enjoy a special Albion web and app exclusive feature taking a deep dive into the story of Pascal Gross.

Produced by UEFA as part of the official UEFA Europa Show, the German discusses his special connection with the club and the importance of the city of Brighton & Hove to him and his family.

Pascal reflects candidly on feeling immediately at home on the south coast when he first joined the club, praising the culture, the supporters and the welcoming environment that made his family feel settled. He opens up about his brief departure to Borussia Dortmund - explaining how fulfilling a childhood dream given to him by his father to play in front of 81,000 fans at Signal Iduna Park was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity he couldn't turn down.

Watch the full feature piece here on our website and app. (Note: MyAlbion login required).

Crucially, he discusses what drew him back home to Brighton. Having spent seven transformative years at the club - where he married his wife and raised his Brighton-born children, Pascal explains how his deep gratitude and bond with the club made returning to the Amex an easy decision, driven by a desire to pay back the trust placed in him.

The piece also features insights from Fabian Hurzeler, who describe Pascal’s unique tactical intelligence and his role as a key dressing room connector, famously comparing his longevity and quality to a fine wine.