Here, whoscored.com – a website that uses Opta data based on a statistical algorithm and calculated live during the game – put together the Seagulls’ best side and seven substitutes based on their average match ratings from this season.

1. Maty Ryan
No surprise here. Clearly Brighton's best stopper and played every Premier League match this season. Played 2610 minutes with an average rating of 6.71. | Getty

2. Dan Burn
Statistically Brighton's best performer this season. Played 2149 minutes with an average rating of 6.95. | Getty

3. Lewis Dunk
Missed just two matches this season. Has two goals and three assists. Nine yellows this season though. Average match rating of 6.90 | Getty

4. Shane Duffy
Only made 11 starts this season but rated highly in those. Completed 1071 minutes and has one goal. Average match rating of 6.83 | Getty

