Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
OFF THE LINE! Gross delivers a deep corner to the far post, where the unmarked Webster loops a header up and over Leno. It looks destined to find the net, but Robinson gets back on the line to nod it away! So close!
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
Castagne is forced into action as Fati dribbles at him, with the Fulham man poking the ball behind for a corner to the hosts…
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
We'll probably get a lengthy period of stoppage time, with Castagne being down for a full two minutes there. He's on his feet and moving comfortably as Brighton look to build another attack.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
Castagne receives treatment as both players take the opportunity to catch their breath. Fulham are about to make another change, but the former Leicester City full-back looks okay to continue.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
It's all happening here! Fati goes up for a spectacular overhead kick just inside the area, and Castagne appears to nudge him slightly. The home fans appeal for a penalty, but the referee says no and it's Castagne who stays down as Mitoma dribbles towards goal, with Bassey having to make a strong challenge to keep him out.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
Substitution Willian Borges da Silva Thomas Cairney
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
SAVE! Joao Pedro breaks in behind the Fulham backline, slightly to the left of goal. He shoots on the turn from a tight angle, but Leno is there to keep out his weak attempt and Fulham survive.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
Brighton win a corner on their left-hand side, which is taken quickly to Mitoma as the hosts change their angle of attack. He cuts inside before crossing, but Bassey rises highest to clear for Fulham.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham
We're into the final 10 minutes of the 90 here, and in truth, Fulham have carried more threat than their hosts in the last 20 minutes or so. The awful conditions have impacted the pace of this game, with Brighton's attackers beginning to get bogged down.
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