Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date | Sunday, 24 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 16:00 BST |
| Venue | The American Express Community Stadium |
Match Prediction: Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Manchester United
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 25 Oct 2025 |  Manchester United vs  Brighton & Hove Albion |
4 – 2 | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 19 Jan 2025 | Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
1 – 3 | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 24 Aug 2024 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United |
2 – 1 | The American Express Community Stadium |
| Premier League | 19 May 2024 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United |
0 – 2 | The American Express Community Stadium |
| Premier League | 16 Sep 2023 | Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
1 – 3 | Old Trafford |
Brighton & Hove Albion come into this with a mixed but useful run, having won two of their last five league games and kept clean sheets in both of those victories. Manchester United have been harder to beat, though, with four wins and a draw in their last five league matches, so the visitors arrive with the stronger recent points return.
Even so, Brighton’s home wins over Wolverhampton Wanderers and Chelsea show they can control games at the Amex, and that matters in a fixture where margins look tight. Manchester United have been scoring regularly, but Brighton’s recent defensive results suggest they can keep this close and make it a low-scoring contest. Match Prediction: Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Manchester United
Form Guide & Team Overview
Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton & Hove Albion’s recent league form has been inconsistent, with two wins, one draw and two defeats across their last five matches. The standout results are the 3-0 home wins over Wolverhampton Wanderers and Chelsea, while the away losses to Leeds United and Newcastle United show they have not been as reliable on the road.
The 2-2 draw away to Tottenham Hotspur also points to a side capable of competing in open games, but not always finishing the job. Overall, the recent data suggests Brighton can be effective at home, especially when they keep things tight at the back.
Brighton & Hove Albion Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 17 May 2026 |  Leeds United vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
1 – 0 | L | Elland Road |
| Premier League | 9 May 2026 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs  Wolverhampton Wanderers |
3 – 0 | W | The American Express Community Stadium |
| Premier League | 2 May 2026 |  Newcastle United vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
3 – 1 | L | St. James' Park |
| Premier League | 21 Apr 2026 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs  Chelsea |
3 – 0 | W | The American Express Community Stadium |
| Premier League | 18 Apr 2026 |  Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton & Hove Albion |
2 – 2 | D | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
Manchester United
Manchester United’s recent league form has been strong, with four wins and one draw from their last five matches. They have beaten Nottingham Forest, Liverpool, Brentford and Chelsea, while the 0-0 draw away to Sunderland shows they can also keep things controlled when needed.
The results suggest a side with momentum and enough attacking output to stay competitive in most games. Even so, the draw at Sunderland is a reminder that they are not always free-scoring away from home.
Manchester United Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 17 May 2026 | Manchester United vs  Nottingham Forest |
3 – 2 | W | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 9 May 2026 |  Sunderland vs Manchester United |
0 – 0 | D | Stadium of Light |
| Premier League | 3 May 2026 | Manchester United vs  Liverpool |
3 – 2 | W | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 27 Apr 2026 | Manchester United vs  Brentford |
2 – 1 | W | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 18 Apr 2026 | Chelsea vs Manchester United |
0 – 1 | W | Stamford Bridge |
Team News & Injury Report
Brighton & Hove Albion
- Kaoru Mitoma (Hamstring Injury)
Manchester United
- Benjamin Sesko (Calf Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Brighton & Hove Albion (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Bart Verbruggen (Goalkeeper), Jan Paul van Hecke (Defender), Joël Veltman (Defender), Lewis Dunk (Defender), Maxim De Cuyper (Defender), Carlos Baleba (Midfielder), Ferdi Kadıoğlu (Midfielder), Jack Hinshelwood (Midfielder), Pascal Groß (Midfielder), Yankuba Minteh (Midfielder), Danny Welbeck (Attacker)
Brighton & Hove Albion’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base, with Carlos Baleba and Ferdi Kadıoğlu helping to screen the defence and keep the shape compact. Danny Welbeck can lead the line with support from the three attacking midfielders, allowing Brighton to press and break quickly when they win the ball.
Manchester United (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Senne Lammens (Goalkeeper), Diogo Dalot (Defender), Harry Maguire (Defender), Lisandro Martínez (Defender), Luke Shaw (Defender), Amad Diallo (Midfielder), Bruno Fernandes (Midfielder), Casemiro (Midfielder), Kobbie Mainoo (Midfielder), Matheus Cunha (Midfielder), Bryan Mbeumo (Attacker)
Manchester United’s predicted 4-2-3-1 gives them a balanced structure, with Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo likely providing protection and helping them build through midfield. Amad Diallo, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo give them options between the lines and in the final third, which should help them create chances if they can get control of possession.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Manchester United | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Manchester United | Danny Welbeck’s movement against Diogo Dalot could be important if Brighton look to stretch United’s back line and create space in the box. |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Manchester United | Carlos Baleba against Amad Diallo looks a key midfield duel, with Brighton needing Baleba to disrupt United’s rhythm and stop attacks developing. |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Manchester United | Danny Welbeck is key for Brighton & Hove Albion because he is the central reference point in the 4-2-3-1 and the main outlet for their attacking moves. |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Manchester United | Bryan Mbeumo is key for Manchester United because he has the role of leading the attack and turning their recent momentum into chances and goals. |
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