2007–08 Brighton &amp; Hove Albion F.C. season2007–08 Brighton &amp; Hove Albion F.C. season 2007–08 Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. season The 2007–08 season was Brighton & Hove Albion's 106th year in existence and second consecutive season in League One. Along with competing in League One, the club also participated in the FA Cup and the League Cup. The Seagulls finished 7th in League One, missing out on the promotion play-offs by seven points. As a result, manager Dean Wilkins was replaced by Micky Adams at the end of the season, and left the club after being offered a role as first-team coach. Competitions. FA Cup. Brighton & Hove Albion were knocked out of  the FA Cup in the third round with a home defeat to League Two outfit Mansfield Town. Football League Cup. Brighton & Hove Albion were knocked out of the Football League Cup in the first round by Championship side Cardiff City. Football League Trophy. Brighton & Hove Albion received a bye to the Southern area second round and were drawn at home to League Two side Barnet. They were knocked out in the Southern area semi-final by League One champions Swansea City 2007–08 Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. season The 2007–08 season was Brighton & Hove Albion's 106th year in existence and