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Preamble

Man Utd, coming off victories against Sunderland and Liverpool, are targeting three Premier League wins in a row tonight. The wind’s behind them with Ruben Amorim in charge now more than ever!

Only problem is, Brighton come from the south coast, having triumphed on each of their last three trips at Manchester United’s home, winning six from seven encounters head-to-head.

Never mind the wind behind; for the Seagulls it’s been a breeze. That said, Brighton themselves remain as gloriously unpredictable similar to their opponents, making this match competing and maybe thrilling to watch.

Start time is 5.30 in the evening a final reminder for now because remember the clocks fall back tonight, folks. Let’s go!

The Teams

Manchester United: Lammens, Yoro starts, de Ligt, Shaw, Diallo included, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dalot, Mbeumo attacking, Cunha, Sesko completes the XI.
Substitutes: Bayindir, Mazraoui, Mount, Zirkzee, Malacia, Dorgu, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo.

Brighton & Hove Albion: Verbruggen between the posts, Wieffer in defense, van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu, Baleba, Ayari playing, Minteh on the wing, Rutter attacking, De Cuyper, Welbeck leading the line.
Subs: Steele, Tzimas, Watson, Kostoulas, Milner, Boscagli, Gomez, Coppola, Oriola.

Official: Anthony Taylor (Cheshire).
Video Assistant Referee: Oliver (Northumberland).

Team News

Man Utd have made two adjustments after their 2-1 win at Anfield last weekend. Šeško is selected for Mason Mount, relegated to the bench, plus the decisive scorer Maguire is absent at all, Yoro steps in at the back.

An issue arose in midweek sessions. Malacia makes the squad on the bench in 2025-26.

Brighton have made one alteration following victory at home over Newcastle. Likely a defensive move, including De Cuyper for Diego Gómez, now among the subs.

The striker, ex-United player to win the Premier League during the 2012-13 season, visits his old club with great momentum with four recent goals, one more than he’d managed from 15 prior games.

Pre-Match Patter

Ruben Amorim doesn’t much care for the opinions of the Reds’ manager … yet Welbeck is mindful regarding the plans from the German coach.

Analysts have noted this encounter could have implications their campaigns in the top flight campaign progresses.

Ones to watch include Fernandes from the hosts and Danny Welbeck for the visitors, both in fine form lately.