From near oblivion to Europe - Brighton celebrate 125th anniversary in style

Brighton & Hove Albion marked the 125th anniversary of their founding on Tuesday, celebrating a journey that began in 1901 as a modest local club and has since evolved into a Premier League mainstay and a regular competitor in European competition. The club’s centenary celebrations included a match against a select XI at the Amex Stadium, a commemorative exhibition of historic kits and trophies, and a series of community events that highlighted the club’s growth from obscurity to the upper echelons of English football.

The anniversary coincided with Brighton’s most successful period yet, having secured a top‑six finish in the 2021‑22 Premier League season and qualifying for the UEFA Europa Conference League. Club officials noted that the 125‑year milestone underscores the club’s steady development, fan‑centric culture, and strategic investment in player talent and infrastructure. As Brighton looks ahead to the next chapter, the celebration serves both as a tribute to the past and a statement of intent for continued progress on the domestic and European stages.