Adam El Abd's Brighton and Hove Albion have started a new season in England's second flight, the Championship. Their first game was a draw at Derby County, and the second a home loss to Reading.

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Adam El Abd (Left) in action

Adam El Abd is yet to see action with his club after the opening two games of the season, watching both from the substitutes bench. New signing Paul McShane has impressed in the defence and looks to hold onto his place ahead of El Abd.

The first game of the season saw Brighton, who only just survived last time around, gaining a point at Derby's Pride Park; and excellent start. Dean Hammond scored early for Brighton, but Canadian forward Paul Peschisolido equalised only minutes later, with the match ending 1-1.

The second game, at home but still at their temporary Withdean Stadium, saw Reading comfortably beat Brighton 2-0. Goals came from Little and Kitson in each half respectively. The match witnessed another good performance from Paul McShane, with manager McGhee fielding an identical starting eleven.