This result enables Wolves to reach their first quarter-final in five years, and the Old Gold will face Coventry City at Molineux in the next round.
Mario Lemina scored his fifth goal of the season in just the second minute, which was enough for Wolves to surpass Brighton. Despite the Seagulls having chances themselves.
Brighton had their share of possession during the game, but no real chances to test Jose Sa.
Wolves defended in numbers and allowed Brighton to have the ball, Gary O’Neil’s team kept their shape when defending and looked dangerous on the counter-attack.
The visitors had chances through Jakub Moder and Facundo Buonanotte but couldn’t get back into the game.
Lemina had an opportunity for his second of the evening just before half-time but his volley was over the bar. His first attempt on goal was enough to give Wolves the lead going into the break.
Hwang Hee-Chan was substituted due to a hamstring injury in the second half.
Pedro Neto, who was his replacement, almost had an instant impact as he breezed past Lewis Dunk but Igor Julio done well to deny him an attempt on goal.
O’Neil’s side done enough to see the game out, and will travel to St. James Park to face Newcastle United in the Premier League.
Brighton will next face Fulham at Craven Cottage in there return to league action.
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