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Diego Gomez scores from halfway line in Brighton rout over Palace

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Diego Gomez scored from the halfway line as Brighton routed Crystal Palace 5-0.

Brighton secured a dominant 5-0 victory against rivals Crystal Palace, highlighted by a stunning goal from Diego Gomez from his own half. The comprehensive win ended a four-match winless streak against their opponents and continued their strong start to the season under Fabian Hurzeler.

The milestoneThe 5-0 result marked Brighton's first victory against their rivals since February 2024.
The highlightDiego Gomez scored a long-range goal from the halfway line reminiscent of famous past strikes.
The standingsBrighton reinforced their status among the league's top scorers with the commanding performance.

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Why it matters

Matches between these southern rivals carry intense local pride and historical significance for supporters. A decisive win of this magnitude shifts momentum significantly for both clubs early in the campaign.

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5goals scored by Brighton

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