Brighton have been rewarded for their excellent start to the Championship with a double win in the first Sky Bet Football League monthly award presentations of the season.

Boss Chris Hughton has landed the Championship Manager of the Month prize after guiding his team to 13 points in their first five games.

Kazenga LuaLua has scooped the equivalent player prize after scoring three goals in the month.

"We've changed a few things from last year where we've looked to play two up front which we felt would give us more opportunities to score goals and get the ball in that final third, explained Hughton.

"Although it's me picking up the award, it's because of the work that so many have done here. We've got excellent coaches and an excellent sport science and medical department.

"Kaz thoroughly deserves (his) award, he's had a wonderful start. The area where he has excelled in his game is where he has got on the ball and provided an end product."

LuaLua added: "It was very special just to be nominated for the award and to win is very special but the most important thing is that the team has started the season very well.

"I did work a lot in the summer to make sure I came into pre-season in good shape which has paid off so far but I just want to keep going."