Fans at Old Trafford will be excited to see what hat-trick star Amad Diallo does this time.
Manchester United will aim to keep their momentum alive after a nervy 3-1 win over Southampton midweek, with Amad Diallo stealing the show with a historic hat-trick. However, their defensive woes persist, having gone 11 games without a clean sheet. That’s where Brighton can strike hard.
The Seagulls, on the other hand, are soaring again after ending an eight-game winless Premier League streak. A comfortable 2-0 victory over Ipswich and an unbeaten five-match run on the road should have Fabian Hurzeler’s side brimming with confidence.
History leans Brighton’s way, having won five of their last seven meetings with the Red Devils, including consecutive triumphs at Old Trafford. With both sides finding the net consistently, this promises to be another thrilling clash in Manchester.
Kick-off
Sunday, January 19, 2 p.m. UK (7:30 p.m. IST)
Location: Old Trafford
Form
Man United: L-L-L-D-W
Brighton: D-D-D-D-W
Players to watch
Amad Diallo (Manchester United)
Amad Diallo is thriving under Ruben Amorim, cementing his place as a key player for Manchester United. With 12 goal contributions in 19 league games and a recent hat trick against Southampton, his pace, skill, and game sense make him a star in the making. The boy’s on fire!
Danny Welbeck (Brighton)
Danny Welbeck has emerged as Brighton’s talisman this season, with six goals and two assists in just five games. A seasoned striker since joining in 2020-21, his experience and form make him a significant threat to the Red Devils’ defence.
Match facts
- Brighton have scored in every away game this season
- Both the teams have one win in their last five games, but Brighton have been unbeaten (with four draws)
- The Seagulls have the highest win rate against the Red Devils in the competition history
Manchester United vs. Brighton: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Match to end in a draw – 11/4 Betfred
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – 8/13 Betfair
- Tip 3: Over 1.5 goals – 2/9 betfair
Injuries & team news
Manchester United will be without Amad Diallo and Victor Lindelöf due to injuries, while Antony and Jadon Sancho remain unavailable amid off-field issues. Manager Ruben Amorim may stick with a similar lineup to the one that overcame Southampton, with Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes pivotal in attack.
For Brighton, Kaoru Mitoma and Georginio Rutter are expected to start after scoring in their midweek win at Ipswich. However, Solly March and Evan Ferguson remain in doubt, while Lewis Dunk anchors a defence aiming to secure another solid away performance.
Head-to-head
Matches: 18
Manchester United: 10
Brighton: 7
Draws: 1
Predicted lineups
Manchester United (3-4-2-1)
Onana; De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez; Mazraoui, Eriksen, Ugarte, Dalot; Diallo, Fernandes; Zirkzee
Brighton (4-2-3-1)
Verbruggen; Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Estupinan; Baleba, O’Riley; Adingra, Rutter, Mitoma; Welbeck
Match prediction
Both sides bring contrasting form into this clash, with Brighton’s attacking fluidity on the road and Man United’s recent struggles on display. While the Red Devils will hope for Diallo’s magic again, Brighton’s resilience suggests a closely fought contest, with a draw looking the likeliest outcome.
Prediction: Manchester United 1-1 Brighton
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