Ashley Barnes scored as Albion drew 1-1 at Blackpool today.

But they had to withstand concerted pressure before emerging with a hard-won point.

Barnes got the final touch after Blackpool made a mess of dealing with a flick-on in their own box on 57 minutes.

Kirk Broadfoot's header back to his keeper fell short and Andrew Crofts prodded the ball into the path of Barnes for an easy finish 

Elliot Grandin headed the equaliser on 72 minutes as the Seagulls’ marking for once let them down.

But the visitors otherwise defended well, enjpoyed a few let-offs and had Kuszczak to thank for great saves from Grandin, Nathan Delfouneso and Angel as they weathered the late storm.

Ian Evatt and Tom Ince were guilty of bad misses for the hosts

Craig Mackail-Smith almost secured a smash and grab win when his overhead kick was tipped over by Matt Gilks on 81 minutes.