Danny Ings scored the only goal of the game in the first half after Leif Davis handballed in the penalty area following Ings’ cross into the box.
Illan Meslier was beaten by the striker’s penalty after previously saving Philippe Coutinho’s spot kick, before managing to keep out the rebound.
However, the scoreline was overshadowed by an injury to 16-year-old Archie Gray who was stretchered off shortly after the hour mark.
The teenager was set for an exciting breakout season for the Whites, with Jesse Marsch previously heaping praise on the midfielder.
Here are today’s rumours...
1. Nottingham Forest make £10m bid for midfielder
Nottingham Forest have made a £10 million bid to sign Middlesbrough's Marcus Tavernier. Bournemouth are also thought to be interested in the 23-year-old. (Daily Mail)
2. European giants leading race for Aston Villa wonderkid
Barcelona are thought to be in pole position to sign Aston Villa prospect Carney Chukwuemeka. The 18-year-old has refused so sign a new deal with the Premier League club. (Fabrizio Romano)
3. Crystal Palace youngster closing in on Championship move
Crystal Palace defender Tayo Adaramola is nearing a loan move to Coventry City. The 18-year-old was previously linked with Preston North End. (Football League World)
4. Aston Villa and Everton join race for Spain international
Aston Villa and Everton have joined Newcastle United in the race to sign Espanyol striker Raul De Tomas. The 27-year-old has scored 45 goals in 89 appearances for the La Liga club. (Newcastle World)
5. Toon consider reunion with Premier League striker
Newcastle United are reportedly considering a £30m bid to re-sign Brentford striker Ivan Toney. The 26-year-old spent three years at St. James' Park but only made four appearances. (Mail Online)
6. Rangers starlet set to join Ajax amid Seagulls interest
Ajax are set to snap up Rangers defender Calvin Bassey for €22m this summer following a successful interest in Scotland. Brighton & Hove Albion had previously expressed interest in the 22-year-old. (talkSPORT)