Brighton Hammers Home Late Drama in Thrilling Victory Over Fulham
In a nail-biting finish at the Amex Stadium, Brighton & Hove Albion emerged victorious against Fulham, thanks to a late penalty secured by João Pedro. The match, marked by its tension and drama, saw Brighton lift their spirits after a challenging start to the season.
The game was tightly contested, and it seemed destined to end in a draw after Jan Paul van Hecke equalized to cancel out Raúl Jiménez’s impressive opener for Fulham in the fifth minute of added time.
However, with mere seconds remaining, Pedro was fouled by Harrison Reed, earning a penalty that he converted to secure Brighton’s sixth consecutive win…
Key Moments from the Match
- First Half: Fulham’s Raúl Jiménez opened the scoring with a stellar finish for Fulham, sending shockwaves through the home crowd.
- Equalizer: Jan Paul van Hecke found the back of the net five minutes later, reviving Brighton’s hopes.
- Decisive Penalty: João Pedro’s late penalty sealed the match for Brighton, displaying the spirit and determination of the team’s response under pressure.
Manager’s Reaction
After the match, Fulham’s manager Marco Silva expressed frustration with his team’s failure to hold onto the draw, stating, ‘It’s clearly our fault that we lost the game.’ Meanwhile, Brighton’s Fabian Hürzeler remained cautious about their winning streak, echoing the sentiment of club owner Tony Bloom that ‘every game is a new challenge.’
Looking Ahead
Brighton will carry this momentum into their next match against Manchester City, while Fulham aims to regroup and push forward in the upcoming fixtures. This thrilling encounter leaves both teams with ambitions of qualifying for Europe next season, and the fight continues in the Premier League.
