Manchester United vs Brighton and Hove Albion: Match Preview, Form Guide, and Key Stats

Match Details

City: Manchester
Stadium: Old Trafford
Date: 2026-09-16
Time: 19:00:00
Competition: EFL Cup

Manchester United takes on Brighton and Hove Albion in Manchester at Old Trafford as part of the EFL Cup. Both sides are looking to improve their position in the standings and continue their season momentum.

Current Form and Rankings

Manchester United Current Ranking: undefined

Brighton and Hove Albion Current Ranking: undefined

Manchester United Record: D,W,L,L,D

Brighton and Hove Albion Record: L,D,W,W,W

Both teams enter the match with different recent performances. Manchester United will look to build on their current form, while Brighton and Hove Albion aims to find consistency and close the gap in the standings.

Key Players

Manchester United Captain:

Manchester United Top Scorer: Shea Lacey

Brighton and Hove Albion Captain:

Brighton and Hove Albion Top Scorer: Charalampos Kostoulas

These players are expected to play key roles in shaping the outcome, leading by example and creating opportunities for their teams.