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Jack Hinshelwood Hails 'Professional' Brighton Performance After Scoring on Return Against Kauno Zalgiris
Rutter scored twice and set up another as Brighton opened their Conference League campaign with a four-goal win.
Brighton cruised to a 4-0 victory over Kauno Zalgiris at the Amex Stadium on their Conference League debut, with Georginio Rutter scoring twice to send a message to manager Fabian Hurzeler.
Manager Fabian Hurzeler made eight changes from Saturday's 2-0 Premier League win over Sunderland, handing Georginio Rutter his first start since the opening day as the hosts entered following four straight victories.
Ibrahim Osman provided two assists on his first start at the Amex, setting up Rutter for the opener from 10 yards and Jack Hinshelwood for the second goal before half-time, with Rutter adding his second soon after the break.
Debutant Younes Ibrahim came off the bench to assist Matt O'Riley, who headed home the fourth goal on 66 minutes, securing a dominant European evening for the Seagulls.
Brighton now shifts focus to Palace on Sunday, looking to maintain momentum after this convincing Conference League start at the Amex Stadium.