Manchester United vs. Brighton Highlights (Sept 16)
EFL Cup 2026/27
EFL Cup 2026/27
Manchester Utd vs. Brighton highlights from EFL Cup 2026/27, Sept 16 at Old Trafford.
Brighton secured a 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Shea Lacey opened the scoring for Manchester United in the 8th minute, followed by a goal from Mason Mount in the 10th minute. Brighton pulled one back just before halftime through Charalampos Kostoulas in the 45+1 minute. In the second half, Brighton completed their comeback with goals from Pascal Groß in the 65th minute and Maxim De Cuyper in the 69th minute.
Despite Manchester United's early lead, Brighton demonstrated greater attacking threat, registering an Expected Goals (xG) value of 2.15 compared to Manchester United's 1.04. Brighton also created more big chances, with 5 compared to Manchester United's 1. Although possession was evenly split at 50% each, Brighton's 18 total shots, including 5 on target, proved more effective than Manchester United's 12 total shots with 4 on target.
