The result leaves the Seagulls a solid seven points clear of the relegation zone in 16th place, and they also have the luxury of a game in hand over 18th place Fulham.
Speaking after the game, Brighton boss Graham Potter revealed his annoyance with defender Ben White for his late sending off, after picking up a second yellow card. The Seagulls boss said: “I did not clearly see the first yellow. Then (the second yellow) we are caught up the pitch with a turn over.
“I think it was a one v. one situation and he makes a challenge and I think it is a yellow card. So we will have to adapt and deal with that.”
Next up, Brighton return to top-tier action this weekend, when they travel to take on already-relegated Sheffield United at Bramall Lane on Saturday night.
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Brighton & Hove Albion and the rest of the Premier League, as the reaction to the midweek action continues:
9. Gunners favourites to sign Lamptey
Arsenal have emerged as the 3/1 favourites to sign Brighton & Hove Albion star Tariq Lamptey this summer. The speedy full-back has missed much of the season with injury, but is still likely to be in high demand when the transfer window opens. (SkyBet) Photo: Naomi Baker
10. Wolves striker could rejoin old side
La Liga side Valencia are looking to sign their former player, Rafa Mir, from Wolves. He's been making a name for himself on loan with Huesca, who are set to battle against relegation from the Spanish top tier until the very end of the season. (Football Insider) Photo: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno