After a brief stint as assistant manager to Andy King at Swindon Town, Coppell took over as manager at Brighton. He fell asleep during his initial job interview, but after a poor start to the season by a Brighton side managed by Martin Hinshelwood, Coppell was given a second chance and took it.p. 137,"On A Wing and a Prayer", Know The Score Books Brighton were struggling in Division One and on a 10 match losing streak.
