Brighton boss Chris Hughton drew positives from defeat at home to Chelsea.

Solly March pulled a goal back for the Seagulls after first-half strikes from Pedro and Eden Hazard, and Hughton decided to focus on his team's second-half reaction, as they created chances to equalise against the Blues.

He said, “We have to take the positives from how we finished the game. We were up against a very good side — whether it was at home or away, they've spent big money and brought in exceptional players.

“They're a team that will be pushing at the top end of the division, so we have to understand that and respect that.

“But I thought we were in the game for large periods, and that's what you want. I can't fault the effort our players put in, particularly in the second half.

“We said 'if you can get that first goal back, anything can happen'. If one of those scrambles in the last few minutes goes in, then it's a different outcome."