Jason Steele makes a save as Everton counter-attack at the Amex (Image: PA)
Albion turned up at 6.30pm for a 5.30pm kick-off and paid the price.
Not literally, of course, but that was how Roberto De Zerbi put it after his side lost 5-1 to Everton.
Brian Owen looks back at a jolting early evening for the Seagulls in their quest for European football.
He gives some insight into what was being said after the game – and looks forward to an Albion reaction.
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