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Preamble

The Red Devils, coming off victories against Sunderland and Liverpool, are targeting three Premier League wins in a row tonight. They have momentum with Ruben Amorim in charge now more than ever!

Only problem is, the opposing team are the Seagulls, who have won on each of their last three trips at Manchester United’s home, plus six out of seven League meetings between the clubs.

Despite United’s form; it’s been straightforward very comfortable. Having said all that, the visitors are also as gloriously unpredictable as their hosts, therefore the fixture appears competing and maybe rollickingly good entertainment.

Kick-off is at 5.30 in the evening a final reminder for now with daylight saving ending, everyone. Game on!

The Teams

United: Lammens, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw at the back, Diallo included, Casemiro anchoring, Fernandes, Dalot on the flank, Mbeumo, Cunha up front, Sesko completes the XI.
Subs: Bayindir, Mazraoui, Mount, Zirkzee, Malacia, Dorgu, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo.

The Seagulls: Verbruggen, Wieffer in defense, van Hecke starting, Dunk captain, Kadioglu, Baleba in midfield, Ayari, Minteh, Rutter, De Cuyper included, Welbeck.
Subs: Steele, Tzimas, Watson, Kostoulas, Milner, Boscagli, Gomez, Coppola, Oriola.

Match referee: Anthony Taylor (Cheshire).
Video Assistant Referee: Michael Oliver (Northumberland).

Squad Updates

Manchester United make a couple of alterations after their 2-1 win against Liverpool. Benjamin Šeško comes in replacing Mount, now on the substitutes, and the match-winner Maguire misses out completely, Yoro replaces him in defense.

Maguire picked up an injury in midweek sessions. Malacia makes the squad on the bench in 2025-26.

Brighton & Hove Albion make one change post-success against over Newcastle. Likely a defensive move, including De Cuyper replacing Gómez, on the bench.

Welbeck, a member of the last Manchester United squad that lifted the title in 2012-13, visits his old club on a hot streak with four recent goals, exceeding his tally in his previous 15.

Build-Up

The manager pays little heed about the views of Liverpool’s boss … while Welbeck is focused regarding the plans of Thomas Tuchel.

Analysts have noted that this match might affect their respective fortunes as the Premier League campaign progresses.

Ones to watch feature the captain from the hosts plus Welbeck from the away side, each performing well lately.