Brighton vs Manchester United: Premier League Match Preview and Live Updates

Match Overview

Kick-off time: 18:00 BST, Sunday 24th August 2024.
Venue: American Express Community Stadium, Brighton.
Competition: Premier League Matchweek 2.

Preview

Brighton and Hove Albion host Manchester United in the first match of gameweek two in the English Premier League. The home side will be looking to get their first win of the campaign after a 0-0 draw at Fulham last weekend, while United will be looking to build on their 2-0 win over Newcastle United.

Manchester United are the favorites to win the match, but Brighton have a good record at home against them. The hosts have won two of their last three home matches against United, including a 2-0 victory in the FA Cup in 2021.

Key Players

• Brighton: Leandro Trossard, Marc Cucurella, Neal Maupay
• Manchester United: Cristiano Ronaldo, Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford

Prediction

I think this will be a close match, but I think Manchester United will have too much quality for Brighton. I’m going to predict a 2-1 win for the visitors.

Live Commentary

The match is due to kick-off at 18:00 BST. We will provide live updates throughout the game.

18:00: The match is underway.
18:05: Brighton have made a bright start and are pressing Manchester United high up the pitch.
18:10: Manchester United have settled into the game now and are starting to create chances.
18:15: GOAL! Manchester United take the lead through Diogo Dalot.
18:20: Brighton are trying to get back into the game, but Manchester United are defending well.
18:25: Manchester United have doubled their lead through Rasmus Hojlund.
18:30: Brighton are still pushing for a goal, but Manchester United are looking comfortable.