Player ratings
Rob Sanchez 6
Little chance with Aston Villa’s opener or Watkins goal. But a cracking save to keep out a Coutinho free kick in the second half
Tariq Lamptey 6
Played as a right wing back and bombed forward with intent. Not quite the impact he was having earlier in the season. final ball wayward
Joel Veltman 5
Had his hands full with Coutinho. Dealt well with the Brazilian for the most part but booked in the second half. Got his position wrong for Watkins goal.
Lewis Dunk 5
Still getting up to speed after injury and suspension. At the heart of a back three and needs more minutes under his belt before getting back to his best.
Marc Cucurella 6
Played on the left side of the three. Nice passing from the back. Booked for a foul on McGinn. Showed his versatility once more.
Solly March 6
Back in the starting XI and looked good at left wing back. Switched to the right flank after the break
Jakub Moder 6
Involved early on and composed on the ball. Worked hard but withdrawn on the hour for Welbeck.
Yves Bissouma 5
Still does not look back to his best after the Afcon. Not a bad display but Brighton fans used to seeing much more. Booked.
Alexis Mac Allister 6
Had Albion’s best chance in the first half as his powerful effort from Maupay’s knockdown grazed the bar. Hardworking display without the creativity
Leo Trossard 4
Still looking for his best form after illness. Struggled to get in the game and touch and distribution was slightly off. Booked.
Neal Maupay 5
Not one chance fell his way. Slightly starved of any real service.
Danny Welbeck 5:
On as a second half substitute. A few good runs but the balls into him was not great