Brighton’s Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma rightly grabbed the headlines last weekend when he scored a stunning late winner to knock defending champions Liverpool out of the FA Cup.
It wasn’t just the goal, but his all-round performance that caught the eye of fans and pundits as he gave Liverpool’s England fullback Trent Alexander-Arnold the run-around for much of the match.
The winning goal in the 92nd minute was a masterpiece.
In the crowded penalty area, he cushioned the ball, flicked it over Joe Gomez and volleyed home.
Regular Brighton fans will not be surprised at 25-year-old Mitoma’s performance.
Ever since he first appeared as a sub early in the season, he has looked the real deal and has added punch to the Seagulls’ forward line.
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