Man Utd against Brighton & Hove Albion – Premier League Match Report
Match Preview
Man Utd, after defeating Liverpool and Sunderland, aim for a trio of victories in a row this evening. The wind’s behind them with Ruben Amorim in charge for the very first time!
Only problem is, their visitors tonight are Brighton & Hove Albion, having triumphed on each of their last three trips at Manchester United’s home, plus six out of seven League meetings between the clubs.
Forget the momentum; for the Seagulls very comfortable. That said, Brighton themselves remain consistently inconsistent like United, therefore the fixture appears both fascinating and potentially rollickingly good entertainment.
Start time is 5.30pm BST one last mention because remember the clocks fall back tonight, folks. It’s on!
The Teams
Manchester United: Lammens, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw at the back, Diallo, Casemiro anchoring, Fernandes leading, Dalot, Mbeumo, Cunha up front, Sesko completes the XI.
Reserves: Bayindir, Mazraoui, Mount, Zirkzee, Malacia, Dorgu, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo.
Brighton: Verbruggen between the posts, Wieffer in defense, van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu, Baleba, Ayari playing, Minteh, Rutter attacking, De Cuyper, Welbeck.
Substitutes: Steele, Tzimas, Watson, Kostoulas, Milner, Boscagli, Gomez, Coppola, Oriola.
Referee: Taylor (Cheshire).
Video Assistant Referee: Michael Oliver (Northumberland).
Selection Changes
Manchester United make two changes following their 2-1 win at Anfield last weekend. Šeško starts instead of Mount, who drops to the bench, and the match-winner Maguire misses out at all, Leny Yoro taking his place in defence.
Maguire picked up an injury during training this week. Tyrell Malacia is named on the bench for the first time this season.
The Seagulls opted for one change following victory at home against the Magpies. Likely a defensive move, including Maxim De Cuyper replacing Gómez, who drops to the bench.
The striker, ex-United player that lifted the title during the 2012-13 season, visits his old club in fine form of four goals in three games, one more than he’d managed from 15 prior games.
Leading Stories
Ruben Amorim doesn’t much care for the opinions of the Reds’ manager … while Welbeck is focused regarding the plans from the German coach.
Various reports suggest this encounter could have implications for both teams’ seasons as the Premier League unfolds.
Star performers feature Bruno Fernandes from the hosts and Danny Welbeck from the away side, both on song in recent weeks.
