Our Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion predictions look ahead to the first leg of this Conference League play-off. Will the Premier League side triumph in Norway?Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion head to head overviewDate: Thursday 20th August.Kick-off: 6pm.Venue: Romssa Arena, Tromso, Norway.Where to watch: Not being shown live in the UK.Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion quick tipsBrighton & Hove Albion to win and over 2.5 goals – 5/4 with BetfredBoth teams to score – 4/6 with BoyleSportsJack Hinshelwood to score any time – 11/5 with ToteTromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion predictionsBrighton & Hove Albion are back in Europe. An eighth-place finish in the Premier League last season was enough for the Seagulls to book a place in the Conference League, but there were mixed feelings on the final day of 2025/26.That is because of how tight the middle portion of the Premier League was. Had Brighton beaten Manchester United in their 38th game, they would have qualified for the Europa League.But had Brentford defeated Liverpool in their final game, the Seagulls would have missed out on Europe altogether.The one positive about qualifying for the Conference League rather than the Europa League is the fact it is easier to win.In three of the five campaigns since the tournament was launched, English sides have lifted the trophy.The latest of those was Crystal Palace, much to the chagrin of Brighton fans. The two clubs are massive rivals, and although Brighton have generally outperformed Palace in the Premier League in recent years, the Eagles have now won three trophies to Brighton’s none.Fabian Hurzeler’s side will be desperate to replicate Palace’s success this season, but before they think about winning the Conference League, they need to book a place in the league phase.Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion tipsBrighton & Hove Albion travel to Norway to take on Tromso in the Conference League.Brighton seek away winBrighton & Hove Albion are strong favourites to win this two-legged tie, but Tromso are potentially awkward opponents on Thursday.The Norwegian season has been running since March, so the home team are currently in more of a rhythm than Brighton.On the other hand, Tromso’s players are not as fresh as their Brighton counterparts, but their familiarity with the artificial pitch at the Romssa Arena gives them an edge in a key area.Yet Brighton ultimately have a much stronger squad at their disposal and that should make the difference in what looks set to be an entertaining encounter. Tip Brighton & Hove Albion to win and over 2.5 goals at 5/4 with Betfred Will Brighton shut Tromso out?Tromso is known as the Gateway to the Arctic, and although temperatures in August are moderate, the unfamiliar location and artificial turf make this a potential banana skin.Tromso will have to make the most of any opportunities they create, but they have enough about them to find the back of the net.Brighton & Hove Albion should still come out on top, but a clean sheet may well elude them in the far north of Norway.Goals at both ends is a strong possibility, with Tromso having scored 15 goals in their last four outings in all competitions. Go for both teams to score at 4/6 with BoyleSports Hinshelwood one to watchHaving been used as a full-back at the start of his first-team career at the Amex Stadium, Jack Hinshelwood was deployed as an attacking midfielder towards the end of last term.The Brighton & Hove Albion academy graduate looked like the perfect fit for the role, scoring in three consecutive fixtures in April and May.It was only a friendly, but Hinshelwood also struck in the 1-0 victory over Bologna last weekend. He had the most shots in the game, as well as the joint-most touches in the opposition box.In Brighton’s first competitive contest of 2026/27, Hinshelwood will be one of the English outfit’s primary goal threats. Back Jack Hinshelwood to score any time at 11/5 with Tote Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion predicted lineupsTromso expected lineup: Lauvli; Vadebu, Hien, Tonnessen; Dahlqvist, Edvardsson, Jenssen, L. Larsen, Warneryd; Nyhammer, H. Larsen.Brighton & Hove Albion expected lineup: Verbruggen; Wieffer, Vuskovic, Boscagli, De Cuyper; Gomez, Gross, Ayari, Kadioglu; Hinshelwood; Rutter.Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion latest oddsFind the latest Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion betting odds here. All odds are provided by our recommended football bookmakersand are subject to change.Tromso: 4/1 with BetfredDraw: 14/5 with BoyleSportsBrighton & Hove Albion: 4/7 with ToteMore Conference League predictionsWe have plenty more Conference League predictions and picks – find our latest betting tips from expert punters in our match preview overview.Important historical facts about Tromso vs Brighton & Hove Albion for bettingLast meeting: Never played before.About the authorGreg LeaGreg Lea is a freelance football writer from London. 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