Brighton fightback denies West Ham Europa League spot

Danny Welbeck celebrates Brighton’s third goal against West Ham (Gareth Fuller/PA).

West Ham missed the chance to snatch a dramatic Europa League return after squandering a lead to lose 3-1 to Brighton at the Amex Stadium.

The Hammers, who suffered semi-final heartbreak in the continental competition just over two weeks ago, were on course to leapfrog Manchester United into sixth position following Michail Antonio’s stunning 40th-minute opener.