Brighton Advances With 6-0 Win Over Barnsley, Diego Gomez Scores Four

Diego Gomez delivered a remarkable performance by scoring four goals, including a stunning first-half hat-trick, in Brighton & Hove Albion's 6-0 victory over Barnsley in the EFL Cup third round. His goals featured a powerful first-time shot, a precise strike from the edge of the box, and an exquisite long-range volley, which has been described as one of the best goals seen live in the competition. Brighton became the first team in EFL Cup history to win consecutive matches by a margin of six or more goals, advancing to the last 16 for the fifth time in six seasons. Manager Fabian Hurzeler praised Gomez's incredible form, highlighting his hard work, passion, and impressive shooting ability. Meanwhile, Wolves also advanced with a 2-0 win over Everton, marking their second victory of the season and equaling their best home run in the competition. Other notable results included Wrexham's 2-0 win over Reading, Cardiff City's upset over Burnley, Wycombe Wanderers defeating Wigan Athletic, and Fulham's narrow victory against Cambridge United.