The AMEX is the stage for this highly-anticipated encounter between Brighton and Manchester United. English football fans will tune in to see how well the Manchester-based outfit will perform given that appalling performance last weekend.
Manchester United bested Brighton in both legs last season, scoring a total of six goals in the process. Since their promotion in the 2017/18 season, the Seagulls have registered two wins against the Reds. Given that both wins were at the AMEX Stadium, they would be fairly confident they can get something from the game on Saturday.
Brighton resurgent performance
Graham Potter and his troops were tough for Chelsea to beat in the opening weekend. It seems they corrected the mistakes they made against the Blues given their performance away at Newcastle. They would need to produce performances like this if they're to avoid another relegation scrap at the end of this season.
Graham Potter's side were amazing all through the game at the St James' Park. They were off the blocks as early as the seventh minute courtesy of two strikes from Neal Maupay. Their defensive solidity was certainly something they worked on with the home side failing to register a shot on target. Aaron Connoly finalized the scoring with 83 minutes on the clock as his team recorded their first win of the season.
Early scare at the Old Trafford
Manchester United launched the new campaign last weekend following the postponement of their opening weekend encounter with Burnley. However, it didn't end well for the Reds as they were humbled at home by Roy Hodgson's counter-attacking style.
Manchester United's struggle to break down teams with a deep defensive line was highlighted last weekend. Zaha produced a man of the match performance with a brace to help his side to bag the points. Van de Beek- who came on as a substitute- was probably the only positive the Man United fans took from that loss. This further emphasizes how poor the team was on the day.
Brighton vs Man United Team News
Yves Bissouma is suspended for this game following his red card against Newcastle United. Izquierdo and Andone are still out with the pair still nursing injuries. Manchester United don't have any major injury concerns as they travel to Brighton.
Brighton possible starting XI:
Ryan; White, Dunk, Webster; Lamptey, Gross, Alzate, March; Lallana. Trossard, Maupay.
Man United possible starting XI:
De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Maguire, Shaw; Matic, Pogba, van de Beek; Bruno; Rashford, Martial
Brighton vs Man United Prediction: 1-1
Brighton has had some joy at the AMEX against the Red Devils in recent seasons. Looking at the performances of both teams, we would normally back the home team. However, Brighton are known to struggle against the top six English teams. As a result, we believe it's worthwhile to back Manchester United.