On August 24th at 7:30 PM, Brighton will host Manchester United in the first match of the Premier League’s 2nd round. Brighton aims to secure two consecutive wins in their home opener, while Manchester United seeks to start their season with two victories for the first time in seven years.
Brighton, after a 3-0 victory over Everton in the first round, currently leads the league table based on goal difference. Manchester United, on the other hand, secured a hard-fought opening win with a last-minute goal against Fulham.
Brighton is currently facing injury concerns, with players like Solly March, Virgil van Dijk, Evan Ferguson, N’Golo Kanté, and Pervis Estupiñán ruled out. Additionally, Jakub Moder, who was substituted during the Everton match, is doubtful for the game. Meanwhile, Manchester United also has a lengthy injury list, including Jadon Sancho, Rasmus Højlund, Victor Lindelöf, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, and Jonny Evans.
Brighton had a disappointing end to last season, losing four of their final five home matches, including their last encounter against Manchester United. Manchester United, known for their struggles away from home, also faced difficulties in their last few away games, managing only two draws and three losses before their final victory against Brighton last season.
In their 17 meetings since 2017, Brighton has emerged victorious six times, drawn once, and lost 10. However, since their resounding 4-0 win over Manchester United in May 2022, Brighton has dominated their encounters, winning four, drawing one, and losing only once in their last six matches. They seem to have a clear understanding of how to approach Manchester United, and their four victories in the last six have all come at home.
As Brighton prepares for their first home game of the new season, a win would replicate their successful two-win start to the previous season and would allow them to remain at the top of the table for at least a few hours.
Manchester United’s last two-win start to a season dates back to the 2017-18 season, seven years ago. That season, they began with convincing victories over West Ham and Swansea, igniting hopes for a resurgence among the fans.
Both teams, having achieved victories in the first round, are sure to go all out in this match. Although Brighton may be considered the underdogs, their home advantage could potentially level the playing field.
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