Brighton finished sixth last season and qualified for Europa League football for the first time in their history. They were drawn in a tough Group B where they will face AEK Athens, Dutch giants Ajax and French team Marseille.
Roberto De Zerbi's team will however go into the match this Thursday full of confidence having secured back to backs wins in the Premier League against Newcastle United and Manchester United.
De Zerbi made six changes to the team that thrashed Man United 3-1 and has to manage his squad well during this busy period.
The Italian head coach also has injuries to Julio Enciso and Jakub Moder, while Evan Ferguson continues to manage a knee injury and winger Solly March – who missed the win at United – is a doubt with a 'minor muscle issue'. Here's how Albion could line up against AEK...
1. Bart Verbruggen - GK
The £16m summer signing from Anderlecht could return to the XI in place of Jason Steele, who played very well at Old Trafford. Rotating goalkeepers! Photo: Mike Stobe
2. James Milner - RB
The former Liverpool man could slot in at right back for this one and his experience will prove vital on the European stage Photo: Alex Broadway
3. Jan Paul van Hecke - CB
Impressed at the back end of last season and started this campaign superbly. Moved ahead of Adam Webster in the pecking order and it's seems to be his shirt at the moment. Photo: Lewis Storey
4. Lewis Dunk - CB
A proud moment for the skipper as he leads his side out into Europe for the first time. Heady days indeed! Photo: OLI SCARFF