Brighton and Manchester United clash again, only this time in the English Premier League. Roberto De Zerbi’s boys play arguably the most compelling football besides Man City in the league and are the breakthrough of the campaign. Not only that, but the Seagulls are near the places in the standings which lead to Europe. United reduced the pressure from Tottenham, but the Red Devils still didn’t secure the top-four place. So, they can’t afford to lose at the Amex Stadium.
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Brighton (+105) has very good chemistry on and off the field, but when you look a bit closer, this team also has plenty of talent. This versatile squad plays offensive-minded football and is also very attractive and creative on the pitch. Brighton maintained the same quality of performance under De Zerbi following Graham Potter’s exit, and they didn’t suffer too much after his departure to Chelsea.
De Zerbi made them one of the most efficient sides in the EPL, using his knowledge and team composition to create a deadly machine that doesn’t depend upon one player. Check out the goalscoring list in Brighton -MacAllister leads with eight goals, followed by March and Mitoma with seven each, and finally, Gross with six.
At least two goals were scored in six of the previous ten appearances at Amex, and the defense provided six shutouts. So, it’s not only about the offense but the backline as well.
Manchester United (+290) had a golden opportunity to seal the Champions League race against Tottenham on the road, but they blew it in the second half. It was just another example of United’s inconsistency, which has plagued the team throughout the season.
The Red Devils clinched the EFL Cup and advanced to the FA Cup final. Still, their fans aren’t happy because of their embarrassing elimination from the Europa League and all the struggle shown in the Premiership.
United’s away form has been inconsistent, with a string of wins and losses preceding a tie in London. The inability to play under pressure on the road was seen in Seville, and that’s something Ten Hag still needs to solve. By the way, eight of their past ten away contests saw both teams not scoring.
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There are quite a few absences in Brighton – Veltman, Sarimento, Lallana. Lamptey and Moder are injured but have some chance of appearing, while Evan Ferguson stands as a game-time decision.
McTominay and Garnacho are in combination for the event. Though, Martinez and Varane are out, which is a huge blow for Twn Hag, whose pair of starting central defenders is out.
Brighton vs. Manchester United Head to Head Games
Manchester and Brighton met in the FA Cup semis, with the Red Devils winning that event after the penalties, 0-0 in the regular 90 and additional 30 minutes. Brighton was better in the Premiership contest at Old Trafford earlier this season, triumphing 1-2.
Brighton vs. Manchester United Predictions
Manchester lacks the consistency to perform well away from home and instead looks average at best. Brighton, meanwhile, is lethal at Amex, and there aren’t too many teams that escaped their hands upon arriving at Amex. We will be aggressive here and go with the hosts’ victory.
Brighton vs. Manchester United Pick: Brighton wins +105
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