Brighton humiliates Palace 5-0, Gómez scores from halfway line
Diego Gómez's remarkable goal from 51 metres highlighted Brighton's dominant 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace.
Brighton dominated Crystal Palace, winning 5-0 in a statement victory over their south-coast rivals. Diego Gómez's spectacular goal from 51 metres proved the highlight.
The ball sailed over goalkeeper Walter Benítez's head after Olivier Boscagli fed him on the halfway line. Wayne Rooney's 58-metre strike in 2017 was the longest Premier League goal until Gómez's 51-metre effort.
An own goal from Jaydee Canvot and strikes from Yasin Ayari, Charalampos Kostoulas and Jack Hinshelwood completed the rout. Crystal Palace used young defenders and conceded three goals in the first ten minutes.
Pierre Sage acknowledged the poor display. Brighton's bright start to the season continues with this commanding win.
- 51 metres
- Gómez goal distance
- Wayne Rooney 58 metres, 2017
- Previous longest Premier League goal
- Three
- Goals in first ten minutes
- 1956 Division Three South
- Record match distance
Why it mattersBrighton's big victory shows they could compete for Champions League qualification. Palace conceded more goals than any other Premier League side this season.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, though Premier League followers will note Brighton's commanding form.
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