Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion – Premier League Match Report
Introduction
Man Utd, coming off victories against Sunderland and Liverpool, aim for a trio of victories straight tonight. Confidence is high under Ruben Amorim now more than ever!
Only problem is, the opposing team are the Seagulls, who have won during three consecutive away games to Old Trafford, winning six from seven encounters in this rivalry.
Forget the momentum; it’s been straightforward relatively easy. Having said all that, Brighton themselves remain famously erratic like United, therefore the fixture appears intriguing and possibly rollickingly good entertainment.
Kick-off is at 17:30 BST one last mention with daylight saving ending, everyone. Game on!
Lineups
Manchester United: Lammens, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw, Diallo included, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dalot on the flank, Mbeumo attacking, Cunha up front, Sesko completes the XI.
Subs: Bayindir, Mazraoui, Mount, Zirkzee, Malacia, Dorgu, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo.
The Seagulls: Verbruggen between the posts, Wieffer in defense, van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu featured, Baleba, Ayari playing, Minteh on the wing, Rutter, De Cuyper, Welbeck.
Subs: Steele, Tzimas, Watson, Kostoulas, Milner, Boscagli, Gomez, Coppola, Oriola.
Referee: Anthony Taylor (from Cheshire).
VAR: Michael Oliver (from Northumberland).
Squad Updates
Manchester United make two adjustments in the wake of last week’s victory against Liverpool. Šeško is selected for Mason Mount, who drops to the bench, and the match-winner Harry Maguire doesn’t feature entirely, Leny Yoro taking his place in defence.
An issue arose during training this week. Malacia returns on the bench this campaign.
Brighton & Hove Albion make one change post-success against versus Newcastle. It’s ostensibly a defensive one, bringing in Maxim De Cuyper replacing Gómez, who drops to the bench.
Danny Welbeck, formerly of United to win the Premier League in 2012-13, returns to Old Trafford in fine form with four recent goals, exceeding his tally from 15 prior games.
Pre-Match Patter
The manager pays little heed for the opinions of Liverpool’s boss … while Welbeck is focused regarding the plans from the German coach.
Various reports suggest that this match may influence their respective fortunes as the Premier League campaign progresses.
Key players to watch include the captain in red and Danny Welbeck for the visitors, each performing well in recent weeks.
