Manchester United 1-3 Brighton

Current streaks

Recent form

Manchester United

Manchester United's recent form has been a mixed bag, with the Red Devils showing signs of improvement after a concerning run of defeats. The team endured a three-match losing streak in the Premier League, conceding seven goals without reply, including a heavy 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. However, United have since shown resilience, securing two draws against tough opponents Liverpool and Arsenal, before returning to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Southampton. Despite this upturn, their defensive frailties remain evident, having failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 11 matches. United's goal difference of -5 over the last six games and their current 12th position in the league table highlight the challenges they face in regaining their traditional top-four status.

Brighton

Brighton have shown impressive resilience in their recent form, going unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions. The Seagulls are currently enjoying a six-game streak without defeat, which is a positive sign for the club. Their defensive solidity is particularly noteworthy, with three clean sheets and only four goals conceded in their last six outings, averaging a miserly 0.67 goals conceded per game. While Brighton have been difficult to beat, they've also struggled to secure victories, drawing four consecutive Premier League matches before their recent wins against Norwich in the FA Cup and Ipswich Town in the league. The 4-0 thrashing of Norwich stands out as a high-scoring affair, demonstrating Brighton's attacking potential. Despite their mid-table position, Brighton's recent form suggests they are a tough nut to crack for any opposition.

Recent home/away form

Manchester United

Manchester United's recent home form has been inconsistent, with the Red Devils experiencing a mixed bag of results. The team have endured a concerning run of three consecutive home defeats in the Premier League, conceding eight goals during that spell, before bouncing back with a 3-1 victory against Southampton. Their home matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of games featuring over 2.5 goals and an impressive average of 3.83 total goals per game. United have shown both attacking prowess and defensive vulnerabilities, scoring 12 goals in their last six home matches but also conceding 11. The 4-0 thrashing of Everton stands out as a particularly dominant performance, while the 3-2 victory over Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League showcased their ability to edge tight contests.

Brighton

Brighton have shown resilience in their recent away form, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches on the road. The Seagulls have displayed a penchant for high-scoring affairs, with four of their last six away games featuring over 2.5 goals. Notably, Brighton's attack has been particularly potent, netting 12 goals in their last six away fixtures, including an impressive 4-0 victory against Norwich in the FA Cup. Their defensive record has been somewhat mixed, conceding in four of these six matches but managing two clean sheets in their most recent outings. The team's ability to secure draws has been evident, with three consecutive stalemates in Premier League away games before their recent winning streak. Brighton's current away form suggests they are a tough side to beat on their travels, combining attacking flair with an improving defensive solidity.