Jamie Carragher Stunned by Kaoru Mitoma’s Spectacular Goal Against Chelsea

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher was left in awe as Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma scored a sensational goal during their 3-0 victory over Chelsea on Friday night. The Japanese winger displayed incredible skill to control a long pass from goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen with an exquisite first touch, before curling the ball past Chelsea keeper Filip Jorgensen.

Carragher, commentating for Sky Sports, exclaimed: “What have we just witnessed? That was simply outrageous from Mitoma. The touch is as good as anything you’ll see in the Premier League this season. Absolutely incredible. And the finish wasn’t bad either.”

Many fans on social media compared Mitoma’s goal to Dennis Bergkamp’s famous strikes for Arsenal and the Netherlands, with one writing: “That Mitoma touch was the sexiest Premier League moment since Bergkamp.”

The goal opened the scoring as Brighton went on to dominate Chelsea. Mitoma continues to impress this season, with 6 goals and 3 assists in 25 league appearances so far. His performances have attracted interest from other clubs, with Brighton reportedly rejecting a £75 million bid from Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr in January.

The win moves Brighton to within 4 points of 5th place as they push for European qualification. Manager Fabian Hurzeler will be delighted with his team’s display and Mitoma’s moment of magic that set them on their way to a comprehensive victory over their London rivals.