Brighton holds Tromso in Europa Conference League playoff tie

Brighton secured a draw against Tromso in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie, extending their European competition record to just two appearances. The result leaves the fixture evenly poised ahead of the return leg, with both sides looking to advance in the continental tournament.

The English club's participation comes following their impressive run to the Europa League last 16 in 2024, demonstrating growing European experience for the South Coast outfit. Brighton has increasingly established itself as a competitive force in domestic football and earned another opportunity on the continental stage this season.

Tromso, competing from Norway's top division, presented a stern test for Brighton in what proved a closely contested encounter. The draw suggests Brighton will need to improve in the second leg to secure progression in a playoff round that determines advancement to the Conference League's main group stage.

Brighton's European ambitions remain intact as they prepare for the return fixture, where they will seek to build on this result and cement their place in the next phase of the competition. The fixture represents a significant undertaking for a club still establishing itself as a regular European competitor.