Albion have landed a plum fourth round FA Cup tie away to Aston Villa.

The visit to the Premier League high-flyers is exactly the kind of reward the Seagulls were hoping for following yesterday's 1-0 win at Torquay in round three.

The tie has special significance for Albion defender Andrew Whing, a lifelong Aston Villa fan and season ticket holder.

The game will be played over the weekend of January 23 and 24.