Manchester United will be seeking their third consecutive Premier League victory when they face Brighton and Hove Albion at Old Trafford on Saturday evening. The Red Devils have found form under head coach Ruben Amorim, winning back-to-back league games for the first time this season.
After a commanding 2-0 home win over Sunderland, United followed up with a surprise 2-1 triumph away at Liverpool. Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire secured their first Anfield victory since 2016, providing a morale boost for Amorim’s side. The results have lifted United to ninth in the table, just three points behind second-placed Manchester City.
Brighton, however, have proven a tough opponent in recent seasons. The Seagulls have beaten United in six of their last seven league meetings, including a 3-1 victory at Old Trafford in 2023. Under manager Fabian Hurzeler, Brighton have shown flashes of brilliance, securing notable wins over Chelsea and Newcastle United, though defensive issues persist. They have managed only one clean sheet in their last 20 league matches but remain within striking distance of the top six.
Team News
Manchester United will be without Lisandro Martinez due to a knee injury, while Harry Maguire and Mason Mount face late fitness checks. If Maguire is unavailable, Leny Yoro is likely to start in defense alongside Matthijs de Ligt and Luke Shaw. Amad Diallo and Diogo Dalot are competing for the wing-back roles, while Benjamin Sesko may return up front to partner Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
Brighton will miss Solly March, Adam Webster, and Jack Hinshelwood through injury. Kaoru Mitoma, Joel Veltman, and Brajan Gruda will undergo late fitness tests before the match.
Kick-off Time and Where to Watch
The Premier League clash between Manchester United and Brighton kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Kenyan time and will be broadcast live on SuperSport TV.
