Brighton defeats Chelsea 3-0 as Mitoma stars

In a dominant performance, Brighton & Hove Albion secured a 3-0 victory over Chelsea in the Premier League, highlighted by Kaoru Mitoma's stunning opening goal. Mitoma executed an extraordinary first touch on a long ball from goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, before curling the ball into the net in the 26th minute, a moment described as 'outrageous' by commentator Jamie Carragher. Yankuba Minteh added two goals, one in the 38th minute and another in the 63rd, sealing the win for Brighton, while Chelsea struggled to create opportunities, failing to register a shot on target. Despite dominating possession, Chelsea's inability to convert chances left them fourth in the league standings. Brighton's victory lifted them to eighth place, showcasing their strong form following their recent FA Cup success against the same opponent. Mitoma's goal further solidified his status as one of the league's rising stars, especially after Brighton rejected significant transfer bids for him.