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Preamble

The Red Devils, after defeating Liverpool and Sunderland, aim for three consecutive successes in a row in this match. The wind’s behind them with Ruben Amorim in charge now more than ever!

Only problem is, the opposing team are the Seagulls, with victories on each of their last three trips to Old Trafford, and six of the last seven League meetings head-to-head.

Despite United’s form; it’s been straightforward it’s been a breeze. Having said all that, Brighton are otherwise as gloriously unpredictable similar to their opponents, making this match both fascinating and potentially rollickingly good entertainment.

Kick-off is at 5.30pm BST a final reminder for now because remember the clocks fall back tonight, everyone. Game on!

Starting XIs

Manchester United: Lammens, Yoro starts, de Ligt features, Shaw at the back, Diallo included, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dalot on the flank, Mbeumo, Cunha, Sesko.
Substitutes: Bayindir, Mazraoui, Mount, Zirkzee, Malacia, Dorgu, Ugarte, Heaven, Mainoo.

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

Match referee: Taylor (Cheshire).
Video Assistant Referee: Oliver (Northumberland).

Selection Changes

Man Utd have made two changes after last week’s victory at Anfield last weekend. Šeško is selected instead of Mount, relegated to the bench, and the match-winner Harry Maguire doesn’t feature entirely, Leny Yoro taking his place in defense.

An issue arose during training this week. Malacia returns in a Premier League squad for the first time this season.

Brighton & Hove Albion make one change following victory at home against the Magpies. Seemingly a tactical shift, swapping in De Cuyper replacing Gómez, on the bench.

Welbeck, a member of the last Manchester United squad that lifted the title back in 2013, visits his old club on a hot streak scoring four in three, exceeding his tally over his last 15 matches.

Leading Stories

Ruben Amorim doesn’t much care for the opinions of Liverpool’s boss … but Danny Welbeck is highly concerned with the thought processes from the German coach.

It is widely discussed that this match could have implications for both teams’ seasons as the Premier League unfolds.

Ones to watch include Fernandes for United and Danny Welbeck for the visitors, both on song recently.