The Amex Stadium plays host to a rematch of last month’s FA Cup semi-final showdown in the Premier League tonight. It has been less than a fortnight since that tense affair at Wembley, when Solly March’s missed penalty following a goalless draw saw United advance to their second domestic cup final of the season. They have strengthened their grip on fourth place since and can take another major step towards Champions League qualification with another victory this evening.
But Brighton are the surprise package of the season and hit Wolves for six last time out to boost their own chances of European football next term. The Seagulls are desperate for revenge and to make this another torrid trip to the south coast for United, but could be without inspirational head coach Robero De Zerbi on the touchline tonight because of illness.
United are still missing the likes of Raphael Varane, Scott McTominay and Alejandro Garnacho as they look to avoid losing three consecutive league games to Brighton for the very first time, having been thumped 4-0 here 12 months ago. Follow Brighton vs Manchester United updates live below!
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Tonight sees a swift rematch of last month’s FA Cup semi-final, which the Seagulls lost in agonising fashion after a tense goalless draw courtesy of Solly March’s missed shootout penalty.
High-flying Brighton will have revenge on the mind as they look to build on last week’s 6-0 drubbing of Wolves and push forward with their quest for European football next term.
However, confidence is high at United, who can take another giant step towards securing Champions League qualification with a positive result here. However, memories of last season’s drubbing on this ground will be fresh in the mind.
Kick-off at the Amex Stadium is at 8pm BST, so stay tuned for all the latest team news, match build-up and live updates from what should be a Thursday top-flight cracker.
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