Marco Silva praises Samuel Chukwueze for inspiring Fulham’s comeback victory over Brighton

Fulham manager Marco Silva has commended Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze for inspiring the club’s 2-1 victory over Brighton at Craven Cottage on Saturday.

​Chukwueze, who came on as a substitute, latched onto Joachim Andersen’s pass to equalize for the hosts 18 minutes from time. Harry Wilson then sealed the win with a sublime free kick in stoppage time.

​Speaking after the victory, Silva lauded the Nigerian’s contribution, noting that the team relies on movement like his.

“The reality is that we scored a great goal for us – simple, but great.

The pass from Jaochim, 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 equalise the game.”

Chukwueze, who is on loan at Fulham from Serie A giants AC Milan, has now registered three goals and four assists in 10 league appearances for the Cottagers. Following the victory, Fulham continues its impressive run in the upper half of the Premier League table.

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