Manchester United vs Brighton 16/09/2023 - Premier League
Manchester United are set to host Brighton at Old Trafford for their fifth match of the Premier League 2023/24 season.
Erik ten Hag''s side has already exerienced ups and downs in their campaign. Starting with an 1-0 win over Wolves FC, then getting defeated by Tottenham Hotspur, followed by an early domination by Nottingham Forest that shifted to a 3-2 victory for the Red Devils by the end of the match. Although Raphael Varane was subbed off in the game against Nottingham Forest, it is anticipated that the Frenchman will be back in action against Brighton, as he didn't sustain a permanent injury. Manchester United newcomer Rasmus Hojlund is yet to make his debut for the club, but as he has progressed in his recovery and can potentially start on September 16.
As for Brighton, De Zerbis' side has scored 4 goals in each of their first two fixtures against Luton Town and Wolves FC respectively. Although the Seagulls suffered a defeat from West Ham in their third match week, they are expected to bounce back and continue the glorious path following their satisfactory campaign last season. Despite losing their star striker Moises Caicedo to Chelsea, as De Zerbi has mentioned, the club's sucess lies within their mentality and spirit and is not connected to a specific player.
Match Officials Confirmed for Manchester United vs Brighton
- Referee: Jarred Gillett.
- Assistants: Neil Davies, Darren Cann.
- Fourth official: Simon Hooper.
- VAR: Chris Kavanagh.
- Assistant VAR: Matthew Wilkes.
West Ham vs Manchester United - 16/09/2023 - Premier League
Considering the dynamics that both clubs have started the season with, Brighton is the dominant side to win the match. Yet Manchester United's fluctuating performance can also make a shift in their benefit and conclude to a draw or even a win for the Reds.
In their recent encounters, Manchester United has emerged victorious 9 times, while Brighton has secured victory in 5 matches. Additionally, there was 1 match that concluded in a draw. On an average, the matches between these teams have seen a total of 2.67 goals per match. This data sets the stage for insights into their upcoming match.
Notably, Brighton have won three out of their latest four encounters, including the FA Cup match. Therefore we predict the upcoming match will end in the Seagulls' domination.
Prediction: 1-2
Manchester United vs Brighton Predicted Lineups
Manchester United XI: Onana, Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martinez, Dalot, Casemiro, Eriksen, Antony, Fernandes, Rashford, Martial
Brighton XI: Verbruggen, Milner, Webster, Dunk, Estupinan, Gros, Gilmour, March, Welback, Mitoma, Ferguson
Manchester United vs Brighton Head-to-Head
- Brighton 1 - 0 Manchester United
- Brighton 0 - 0 Manchester United
- Manchester United 1 - 2 Brighton
- Brighton 4 - 0 Manchester United
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