Conor Hourihane scored his third Carabao Cup goal of the season against Brighton to help send Aston Villa into the fourth round.
Republic of Ireland midfielder Hourihane produced a crisp finish to double Villa’s lead after Spanish forward Jota had opened the scoring.
Brighton, who made 11 changes, pulled a goal back through 17-year-old Haydn Roberts.
Jack Grealish sealed Villa’s passage by adding a third goal.
More to follow.
