‘A great goal’ - Fulham boss hails Samuel Chukwueze after his sensational goal

Fulham manager Marco Silva has praised Samuel Chukwueze for his important role in the team's 2-1 comeback victory against Brighton at Craven Cottage on Saturday.

The Nigerian international, who came on as a substitute, leveled the score for the home side with just 18 minutes remaining.

Chukwueze expertly controlled a long pass from Joachim Andersen before finding the net.

Harry Wilson later secured all three points for Fulham with a stunning free-kick in stoppage time.

Speaking after the match, Silva highlighted the winger's contribution and the tactical importance of his goal.

He said, "The reality is that we scored a great goal for us – simple, but great. The pass from Joachim, the opposite run from Chukwu, and they know we need it against teams that come to press so high."

"We need runs in behind, we need players to chase them in behind. A great moment from both, from Andersen and from Chukwu to equilibrate the game," the manager added.

Chukwueze, currently on loan at Fulham from Serie A club AC Milan, has been in impressive form, contributing three goals and four assists in 10 league appearances for the Cottagers.