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Benrahma: Fulham boss Parker hails Brentford striker’s quality

Fulham manager Scott Parker has praised Brentford forward Said Benrahma for his striking performance in Thursday’s League Cup game.

The 25-year-old opened his season account in the encounter, scoring twice to help the Bees secure a 3-0 victory over the Cottagers.

The Algeria international doubled Brentford’s lead with a fine effort from close range after Marcus Forss had opened the scoring in the first half.

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The centre-forward then completed his brace with another scintillating strike outside the penalty area to ensure his side advance into the quarter-finals of the competition.