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Brighton's Late Equaliser Steals Draw vs. Cesar Azpilicueta, Chelsea

Alireza Jahanbakhsh scored a brilliant overhead kick in the 84th minute to secure Brighton & Hove Albion a 1-1 draw against Chelsea at the Amex Stadium on New Year's Day.

The Blues had taken the lead in the first half when captain Cesar Azpilicueta fired home from close range after Tammy Abraham’s shot was blocked by Aaron Mooy.

Chelsea needed Kepa Arrizabalaga to save from Aaron Connolly and Neal Maupay in the second half, but the goalkeeper was finally beaten when Jahanbakhsh acrobatically converted his second goal in two games.

What's Next?

Both teams are in action next in the third round of the FA Cup.