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Introduction

Manchester United, after defeating Sunderland and Liverpool, aim for a trio of victories in a row this evening. The wind’s behind them under Ruben Amorim for the very first time!

Only problem is, the opposing team are Brighton & Hove Albion, with victories on each of their last three trips at the Theatre of Dreams, winning six from seven League meetings in this rivalry.

Despite United’s form; Brighton have found it’s been a breeze. Nevertheless, Brighton themselves remain as gloriously unpredictable as their hosts, so this game is competing and maybe thrilling to watch.

Start time is 5.30 in the evening a final reminder for now as the clocks go back this evening, folks. Let’s go!

Lineups

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

Brighton & Hove Albion: Verbruggen, Wieffer, van Hecke starting, Dunk captain, Kadioglu featured, Baleba in midfield, Ayari playing, Minteh on the wing, Rutter attacking, De Cuyper included, Welbeck.
Reserves: Steele, Tzimas, Watson, Kostoulas, Milner, Boscagli, Gomez, Coppola, Oriola.

Referee: Anthony Taylor (Cheshire).
Video Assistant Referee: Oliver (from Northumberland).

Team News

Manchester United make two changes in the wake of the Anfield triumph away to Liverpool. Šeško starts for Mason Mount, now on the substitutes, while last week’s win-securing hero Maguire is absent at all, Leny Yoro taking his place in defense.

An issue arose during training this week. Malacia returns among the substitutes this campaign.

The Seagulls opted for a single switch post-success against versus Newcastle. Seemingly a tactical shift, bringing in Maxim De Cuyper for Diego Gómez, now among the subs.

Danny Welbeck, formerly of United champions in in 2012-13, visits his old club in fine form of four goals in three games, exceeding his tally over his last 15 matches.

Pre-Match Patter

Amorim is unfazed for the opinions of Arne Slot … while Welbeck is focused about the considerations by the former Chelsea manager.

Various reports suggest the fixture might affect their campaigns in the top flight unfolds.

Star performers are Bruno Fernandes in red and Danny Welbeck for the visitors, each performing well recently.