United's squad depth and home advantage at Old Trafford slightly edge Brighton, despite injury concerns. Brighton's recent form is strong, but key absences (Ferguson, Mitoma, Minteh) weaken their attack. United's H2H record in 2026 (2 wins, 1 loss) and rotation options (Yoro, Sesko) provide a narrow edge.On the team news: Brighton's attacking injuries (Ferguson, Mitoma) and United's defensive rotation (Yoro, Mazraoui) tilt the balance toward United, despite their own absences (De Ligt, Ugarte). Derby fatigue may linger, but home advantage offsets it.Unedited model output — not fact-checked by the editorial team.
Manchester United vs Brighton Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips
Round of 32 · Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 19:00 UTC
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