Ini Umotong scored the opener as Brighton earned a 3-0 triumph over Charlton Athletic in the 2019 English Women's Cup opening match on Sunday.
The Nigeria international had been impressive in Brighton's two opening draws in the English Women's Super League matches this term but could not find the back of the net on the two occasions.
However, she was initially denied by goalkeeper Shanell Salgado 15 minutes into the match but broke her duck when her header, a minute from half time gave the visitors the lead at The Oakwood.
After the restart, two penalties from Kayleigh Green helped the Seagulls to a winning start in the competition against the Addicks.