Brighton played out an entertaining albeit frustrating 0-0 draw with Brentford at the Amex Stadium.
The Seagulls enjoyed the lion share of possession, created the better chances but Brentford were also a live threat on the break.
Julio Enciso, making his first start of the season, was a lively figure for Brighton and hit the post the with a curling effort in the opening stages. The Paraguayan went on to have seven shots in the first half – mostly off target – as Albion struggled to break through Brentford's stubborn rear guard.
Yoane Wissa had the ball in Brighton's net in the first half but the effort was chalked off by VAR by the tighest of margins.
The second half was more disjointed. Yankuba Minteh, Simon Adingra, Georginio Rutter and Yasin Ayari were all introduced from the bench but failed to break through. Even the late introduction of Solly March – back after a year out with knee injury – could not inspire the Seagulls to a late winner.
Yari had the pick of the late chances but blazed way over from close range. The Sweden international should have scored. Brighton are winless in six and drop to 10th in the table. Here's how they rated…
9. Brajan Gruda - 7
Really enjoyed his performance tonight, his best yet for Brighton. Creative down the right and now starting to see the best of German. Only his second start since his £25m arrival from Mainz. Replaced by Minteh on 67 minutes. Photo: Mike Hewitt
10. Julio Enciso - 7
10 out of 10 for persistence, five out of 10 for execution. Curled a fine early effort on to the post then headed a decent chance straight at Flekken. Had seven shots in total in the first half. Never stopped trying to create Photo: GLYN KIRK
11. Kaoru Mitoma - 6
Fine cross to tee-up Enciso's headed chance in the first half. drifted inside at times and switch positions with Enciso. Always a threat but Brighton not quite getting the best from him. He looked frustrated when replaced by Adingra on 67 minutes. Photo: Richard Heathcote
12. Joao Pedro - 6
Looked frustrated at times as chances are not falling his way. The Brazilian hasn't scored since Bournemouth. He had a half chance with his left foot after the break but fired straight at the keeper. Photo: Alex Pantling