Harry Wilson’s last-gasp free-kick snatches 2–1 win for Fulham over Brighton

Fulham secured a dramatic 2–1 Premier League victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Craven Cottage on Saturday from a superb stoppage-time free-kick from Harry Wilson.

After falling behind in the first half, Fulham rallied to rescue all three points late on, extending their unbeaten home record in this fixture and moving further clear of mid-table congestion.

In a match reported by ABC Sports, Brighton took the lead in the 28th minute through Yasin Ayari, whose powerful shot from just inside the area beat goalkeeper Bernd Leno and nestled in the top corner to send the Seagulls ahead at the break.

The hosts responded after the interval, with Samuel Chukwueze levelling in the 72nd minute, racing onto a long ball inside the box and finishing confidently past goalkeeper, Bart Verbruggen.

Brighton thought they had regained the lead shortly afterwards, but a Danny Welbeck effort was ruled out for offside, keeping the score level as the match approached its final stages.

With the game poised for a draw, Fulham won a free-kick in shooting range late in stoppage time that saw Wilson step up and curled a precise left-footed effort over the wall and beyond Verbruggen to spark jubilant celebrations in front of the home supporters.

The result continues Fulham’s strong form at Craven Cottage this season and lifts them up the Premier League standings, while Brighton were left to rue missed chances after a lively first-half performance.

Contributed by Emmanuel Lungu

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