Brighton prepares for Kauno Žalgiris in Conference League opener

Brighton & Hove Albion is set to face Kauno Žalgiris at the Amex Stadium for their opening league phase match in the 2026-27 UEFA Conference League. Manager Fabian Hürzeler has indicated that changes to the starting lineup are expected, describing the match as an opportunity for players who have performed well in training.

Brighton enters the fixture following recent domestic successes, including wins against Arsenal and Sunderland. However, the squad faces selection challenges as Pascal Struijk is ruled out due to issues encountered during the international break. Jack Hinshelwood is also expected to return to the lineup.

Kauno Žalgiris, the Lithuanian A Lyga champions led by Željko Sopić, will be making their debut in this competition. Key players to watch include Brighton’s Pascal Gross and Kauno Žalgiris’s Fabien Ourega.