Premier League Match Result: Thrilling Rodrigo Muniz Goal Secures Draw for Fulham Against Brighton at the Last Second
In the thrilling opening match of the 2025-26 Premier League season, Rodrigo Muniz stole the spotlight with a dramatic 95th-minute goal that secured a comeback victory for Fulham against Brighton.
The goal, scored from Tom Cairney's corner that was flicked towards the far post, brought an end to a contest that Brighton had controlled for long periods. The goal was Muniz's seventh from nine Premier League appearances as a substitute, breaking the record for the most goals by a substitute in the competition since the start of last season.
Muniz's impact as a substitute has been impressive, with the forward scoring six goals in the 2024-25 season, a record in the Premier League. This performance against Brighton further highlights his ability to turn games around when called upon.
Despite Muniz's heroics, Brighton were targeting a fifth successive victory on matchday one. They had been awarded eight Premier League penalties since the start of last term, only behind Liverpool (nine). However, a late mistake by Sander Berge, who tripped Georginio Rutter in the box, led to Matt O'Riley's penalty for Brighton in the 55th minute, giving them the lead.
Lewis Dunk had a chance to increase Brighton's lead but was unable to convert. Brajan Gruda had two opportunities late in the match but failed to score, setting the stage for Muniz's dramatic late equalizer.
Rumours have been circulating about Muniz's potential move away from Fulham, though there is no confirmed transfer to Atalanta as of now. The sources indicate interest but do not confirm any concrete transaction or official talks between Muniz and Atalanta.
Fulham, on the other hand, have shown resilience in earning 22 points from losing positions since the start of last season, a tally only bettered by Liverpool and Brighton (23). This comeback victory against Brighton will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they look forward to the rest of the season.
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- Rodrigo Muniz's late goal against Brighton, securing Fulham a comeback victory, added another impressive feat to his record-breaking performances in the Premier League as a substitute.
- While the speculation about Rodrigo Muniz's potential move to Atalanta continues, his performance in European leagues, including the Premier League, has undoubtedly caught the attention of various clubs.
- As the 2025-26 Premier League season kicks off, the battle between Fulham and European-league competitors, such as Brighton, promises to be a fierce one, with Rodrigo Muniz ready to make his mark on the pitch.
