Match Pack: Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United

On August 24th, 2024, Brighton & Hove Albion will face off against Manchester United in what promises to be an intriguing Premier League clash. Historically, Manchester United has had the upper hand, clinching victory in 10 out of their last 17 encounters compared to Brighton’s 6 wins. Their most recent meeting saw Brighton edge out Manchester United with a narrow 1-0 victory.

Brighton has been strong at home this season, averaging 1.2 points per game, while Manchester United has fared well on the road, with an average of 1.67 points per game. Matches between these two sides have typically been competitive, averaging 2.71 goals per game with both teams finding the back of the net 41% of the time.

Considering both teams’ form and past performances, this match is likely to see goals from both sides. Manchester United might have a slight edge, but Brighton’s home advantage cannot be underestimated. Expect a tightly contested game that could go either way, with a draw also being a plausible outcome.

Insights

• Brighton & Hove Albion won 6 out of 17 previous meetings
• Manchester United won 10 out of 17 previous meetings
• 1 match out of the 17 ended in a draw
• Last match ended in a 1-0 win for Brighton & Hove Albion
• Matchups between these teams average 2.71 goals
• Both teams to score (BTTS) has occurred 41% of the time in their meetings
• Brighton & Hove Albion are in good home form
• Manchester United are performing well in away matches
• Brighton & Hove Albion average 1.2 Points Per Game at home this season
• Manchester United average 1.67 Points Per Game in away matches this season

Match Forecast

• Brighton’s strong finishing of scoring chances will exploit Manchester United’s weakness in defending set pieces and long shots.
• Manchester United’s strong wing play will challenge Brighton’s weaker aerial duels and defensive capabilities.
• Brighton’s possession football and short passes will try to control the game in their own half but may face pressure from Manchester United’s aggressive play in the opposition’s half.
• With Brighton’s non-aggressive style, Manchester United might use their strength in stealing the ball to initiate counter-attacks.
• Manchester United’s tendency to get caught offside could be problematic against Brighton’s offside trap.
• Brighton’s susceptibility to individual errors might be capitalized on by Manchester United’s high pressing game.
• Manchester United’s defensive weaknesses in fouling in dangerous areas and set pieces provide opportunities for Brighton to create high-quality chances, especially from long shots.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United is 0-2, occurring in 3 matches.
• In their last 9 home encounters, Brighton & Hove Albion have won 4 times, drawn once, and lost 4 times to Manchester United, with a goal difference of 13-11 favoring United.
• Over their last 17 matches, Brighton & Hove Albion have won 6 times, drawn once, and lost 10 times to Manchester United, with United leading in goal difference at 27-19.
• Last season’s matches ended 0-2 in favor of Manchester United at Brighton and 1-3 in favor of United at home.
• Brighton & Hove Albion are currently on a 4-match winning streak.
• Brighton & Hove Albion have scored in 5 consecutive matches.
• Brighton & Hove Albion win the first half in 30% of their games, while Manchester United do so in 31%.
• Brighton & Hove Albion win 30% of their halftimes, compared to Manchester United’s 31%.
• Manchester United won the last meeting between these teams by 2 goals.
• Brighton & Hove Albion win 75% of their home matches when leading 1-0.
• Manchester United win 70% of their away matches when leading 1-0.
• Brighton & Hove Albion win 20% of home matches when trailing 0-1.
• Manchester United do not win any away matches when trailing 1-0.
• Manchester United have a better overall Premier League performance than Brighton & Hove Albion.
• Brighton & Hove Albion’s recent performance in their last 5 matches is better than Manchester United’s.
• In the last 5 meetings, Brighton & Hove Albion have won 3 times and Manchester United twice, with no draws.
• Brighton & Hove Albion have lost just 1 of their last 5 Premier League games against Manchester United.
• Manchester United have managed just 1 win in their last 5 Premier League games against Brighton & Hove Albion.
• On average, Brighton & Hove Albion score 1.2 goals against Manchester United, who score 0.8 goals against Brighton.
• The average total number of goals in meetings between the two teams is 2.
• The average number of first-half goals in matches between the two teams is 0.6.
• Neither team conceded in their last match.
• Brighton & Hove Albion score an average of 1.57 goals at home, while Manchester United score 1.7 goals away on average.