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Brighton relinquished their hold on top spot in the Championship after a drab goalless draw at Sheffield Wednesday.

Despite the disappointment of losing their place at the top of the second tier, the Seagulls are now unbeaten in 16 league matches, equalling a club record set in 1931.

Brighton striker Sam Baldock forced a save from Owls keeper Keiren Westwood after the break.

Full-back Daniel Pudil fired narrowly wide for the hosts late on.

The result stretched Sheffield Wednesday's own unbeaten run to 11 matches in all competitions.

A third successive draw means Brighton are off top spot for the first time since 29 August, while Wednesday remain eighth, a point off the play-off places.

Sheffield Wednesday manager Carlos Carvalhal:

"Eleven matches unbeaten is fantastic. Brighton are a very good team, the way they play is similar to us.

"They created some chances, so did we, but it is important to match strong teams and we have another point.

"I don't want to kill expectations of the fans, but we must understand that we are in a very strong competition and Brighton are one of the strongest sides. I am very proud of my players."

Brighton manager Chris Hughton:

"I think that was a fair result, I don't think either team deserved to win or lose it.

"We look to win every game, but in the form Wednesday are in, and with the options they have got, we will take a point.

"We are showing a lot more resilience now and have had some really good performances, and if you are not at your best and do not lose then it is a good sign."