BRIGHTON, England (AP) — Diego Gomez scored a stunning goal from near the halfway line, putting Brighton ahead 2-0 against Crystal Palace in their Premier League match on Sunday at Amex Stadium. In the seventh minute, the Brighton midfielder advanced just across the halfway line before launching a shot over goalkeeper Walter Benitez.
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This spectacular strike echoed David Beckham's famous goal for Manchester United against Wimbledon on the opening day of the 1996-97 Premier League season, a moment that elevated Beckham to global stardom. Gomez's goal not only revived that iconic memory but also helped Brighton extend their lead to 3-0 just three minutes later.