Veteran striker seals Bright

GLENN MURRAY has not had much of a hand in Brighton’s rollercoaster campaign.

And Albion’s veteran hitman was mighty relieved to have continued in that vein yesterday – when VAR ruled the ball did NOT strike his arm when he slammed in a dramatic 79th-minute equaliser.

Referee Michael Oliver initially disallowed the effort – only for Stockley Park chum Andre Marriner to reverse the call.

And that was enough to give the visitors a share of the spoils and leave troubled West Ham cursing their inability to hang on to a two-goal lead in this basement battle – twice. For Albion boss Graham Potter, though, the fighting spirit of his troops ensured a personally sad week finished with a boost.

Having lost his father to cancer on Thursday, he did well just to be in the dug-out – while his decision to give Murray his first start since September proved inspirational.

Potter (right), whose side stay in 15th place, admitted: “It’s been tough. My father had a short, aggressive battle with cancer. Thankfully, he’s not suffering anymore. I have had lots of messages of support and the players have been fantastic. They very proud with their figh – just as my Dad was alw of me. I’m not the first something like this – it’s p And for recallin oldie Murray, delighted wit paid off.

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