Brighton to face two former champions in the Europa League

They'll face Ajax, Marseille and AEK Athens in Group B

Author: Cameron HallPublished 1st Sep 2023

Brighton will face two former European champions in the group stage of their first ever Europa League campaign.

They've been drawn in Group B alongside Dutch side Ajax, who won the UEFA Cup in 1991-92, and the European Cup/Champions League four times.

The Seagulls also play French team Marseille - who won the Champions League in 1995 - and Greek champions AEK Athens.

Roberto De Zerbi's side are taking part in European competition for the first time in their history after finishing 6th in the Premier League last season.

West Ham were drawn into Group A, alongside Olympiacos, SC Freiburg, and TSC Backa Topola.

The Hammers are taking part in the competition after winning the Europa Conference League last season.

Liverpool were drawn in Group E alongside LASK, Union Saint-Gilloise, and Toulouse.

The first group stage matches will take place on Thursday 21st September.

Each team will find out who they face, and whether they're playing home or away, tomorrow.