Ivorian player Malick Yalcouyé scored his first goal for Brighton in a close 4-3 loss to Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday.

Yalcouyé started the game and shined for Brighton, scoring in the 35th minute to make the score 3-1.

The 20-year-old midfielder took advantage of a chance in the penalty area and scored a great goal, giving Brighton hope for a comeback.

Chelsea took the lead early in the match. Roméo Lavia scored in the fourth minute, followed by Pedro Neto in the 14th minute, and João Pedro added a third goal in the 32nd minute.

Brighton responded with Yalcouyé’s goal, and then João Pedro scored an own goal in the 63rd minute to bring Brighton closer at 3-2.

Chelsea regained a two-goal lead with a goal from Cole Palmer in the 74th minute. Pascal Groß scored a late goal for Brighton in the sixth minute of stoppage time.

Despite Brighton’s efforts at the end, Chelsea held on to win 4-3. Yalcouyé’s goal was a bright spot for him, marking his impact in the Premier League, even as Brighton left Stamford Bridge without any points.