Man United v Brighton: where to watch, line-ups, League Cup | OneFootball

Man United x Brighton face off this Wednesday (16) at 4:00 p.m. (Brasília time) at Old Trafford in Manchester, in the third round of the 2026/27 EFL Cup. Three days after losing the derby to Manchester City, the Red Devils are looking for an immediate response in front of their home fans.

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Team context and current form

Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick, come into the match under pressure after a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City over the weekend, a result that increased scrutiny on the coach’s work. The team sits just 13th in the Premier League with four points.

Brighton, on the other hand, under Fabian Hürzeler, are in much better form: they are fourth in the Premier League with seven points and arrive in Manchester boosted by a 5-0 thrashing of Coventry City. Both managers are expected to make changes to their teams, using the knockout clash to rotate the squad.

EFL Cup – Man United x Brighton

As the EFL Cup is played in a knockout format, there is no league table at this stage: whoever wins advances, and if the match is level after 90 minutes, the decision follows the competition rules, which are as follows:

The match goes straight to a penalty shootout, with no extra time.

There is a 30-minute extra time period split into two 15-minute halves.

The winner is decided through a penalty shootout.

Where to Watch Man United x Brighton

Manchester United

Under pressure after the derby defeat, United see the EFL Cup as a chance for a quick response. Michael Carrick is expected to make changes from the side that lost to City.

Probable Lineup

Brighton

Boosted by the thrashing of Coventry City, Brighton come into the match in better form this season and are also expected to rotate the squad, using the knockout clash to give minutes to less-used players.

Probable Lineup

Head-to-Head Record: Man United x Brighton

Across all competitions, the two teams have faced each other 38 times, with 22 wins for Manchester United, 6 draws, and 10 victories for Brighton & Hove Albion, according to OGOL.

Match Officials

Match Details

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Man United x Brighton

What time is the Manchester United x Brighton match?

The match kicks off at 4:00 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday (16).

Where can I watch Manchester United x Brighton?

It will be broadcast on Disney+ Premium via streaming.

What was the result of the last meeting between the teams?

The most recent result was on 05/24/2026, in the 2025/26 Premier League, when Manchester beat Brighton 3-0 away from home, with goals from Patrick Dorgu, Bryan Mbeumo, and Bruno Fernandes.

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