Premier League: Manchester United vs Brighton Live Stream and Preview

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In a bid to improve their Premier League standing, Manchester United faces Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford this Saturday. As of now, the Red Devils find themselves in 11th place, while Brighton sits in the top six, trailing league leaders Manchester City by just three points. The match is scheduled for Saturday at 2 pm GMT.

Manchester United’s 2023/24 season hasn’t started as they had hoped, with two wins and two losses in their first four Premier League games. Off-field issues involving players like Antony and Jadon Sancho, along with ongoing ownership drama, have added to the challenges facing manager Erik ten Hag.

A dramatic 3-1 defeat to Arsenal in their last outing left United with plenty to ponder. Now, they face a challenging Premier League match against Brighton before their Champions League opener against Bayern Munich. Despite the recent struggles, United’s home record remains strong, with no losses in their last 32 matches at Old Trafford in all competitions. While history is on their side at Old Trafford, Ten Hag will be keen to secure a positive result to lighten the mood at Old Trafford.

Brighton have been impressive in the early stages of the season, winning three out of their first four Premier League matches and scoring more goals than any other team in the top flight. Their recent 3-1 victory over Newcastle, featuring a Premier League hat-trick by teenage talent Evan Ferguson. While Brighton have upcoming commitments in the Europa League, their focus remains on their clash with Manchester United, as they aim for a  fourth consecutive league win against the Red Devils. Despite some challenging fixtures ahead, Brighton have a history of performing well against top teams, and the coming weeks will test their mettle.

Head-to-Head

Manchester United has struggled in recent meetings with Brighton, losing their last three league games against them. They’ve also had difficulty finding the net, with just one goal in their last four encounters against Brighton in all competitions.

Prediction

In what promises to be an intriguing battle, Manchester United’s resolve at Old Trafford will be tested by a high-scoring Brighton side. While the Seagulls have been prolific, United’s home defense has been solid. Expect a tightly contested match, with the Red Devils likely to employ a defensive approach to frustrate Brighton, aiming for a share of the points or even steal a victory.

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