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Southampton vs Brighton: Shane Long break record for fastest goal in Premier League history

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Shane Long has broken the record for the fastest goal in Premier League history as he scored for Southampton against Watford after just seven seconds.

The goal came immediately from the kick-off as Watford played the ball back to Craig Cathcart.

Long rushed to close down the defender, with his block putting him through on goal.

The striker then slotted the ball past Ben Foster to give Southampton a 1-0 lead.

The goal broke Ledley King's record for Tottenham which stood at 9.82 seconds.

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