Manchester United continues its strong performance in the Premier League with a decisive 4-2 victory against Brighton. This win marks the third consecutive league victory for the team, a significant achievement since February 2024.
Match Overview
The match began with a strong display from United. Matheus Cunha opened the scoring with a remarkable long-range goal in the 24th minute. Shortly after, Casemiro extended the lead with a deflected shot in the 34th minute, making it 2-0.
Key Goals
- Matheus Cunha: Goal at 24 minutes, 1-0
- Casemiro: Goal at 34 minutes, 2-0
- Bryan Mbeumo: Goals at 61 minutes (3-0) and 90+6 minutes (4-2)
- Danny Welbeck: Goal at 74 minutes, 3-1
- Charálampos Kostoúlas: Goal at 90+2 minutes, 3-2
Turning Points
After maintaining a comfortable lead, United experienced a shift when Amad Diallo and Casemiro were substituted. Patrick Dorgu and Kobbie Mainoo came on, but Dorgu’s foul allowed Welbeck to convert a stunning free-kick, narrowing the gap to 3-1.
Brighton continued to press, and Kostoúlas scored from a corner in the dying moments of the match, making it 3-2. However, Mbeumo’s late goal in the sixth minute of stoppage time ultimately sealed the victory for the Red Devils at 4-2.
Premier League Standings
With this win, Manchester United has climbed into the top four of the Premier League. They are now just three points behind league leaders Arsenal, highlighting their resurgence this season.
Manager’s Thoughts
Rúben Amorim, during the post-match analysis, cited concerns regarding team performance, calling it “the worst team in the history of Manchester United.” This statement reflects the ongoing challenges the team faces, despite the recent victories.
As Manchester United builds momentum, fans are left hopeful for continued success as the season progresses.
