Manchester United vs Brighton Prediction was posted on:
Our prediction for this match:
Manchester United
Match Time & Date:
11/01/2026
20:30
Prediction:
2-1
Brighton
Manchester United
Brighton
Manchester United take on Brighton in an intriguing FA Cup last-64 clash, with Red Devils interim manager Darren Fletcher being eager to bring glory days back to Old Trafford. As Man Utd want this win more than the Seagulls, we predict a 2-1 home triumph. United welcomed Bruno Fernandes back from injury in a 2-2 draw with Burnley, and players like Mount, Yoro, and Zirkzee are pushing for starts. Despite a patchy runâjust 1.40 PPG overall and 20% home win rateâUnited remain a threat offensively, scoring 1.40 goals per home match with 2.02 expected goals, though defensive vulnerabilities persist, conceding 1.40 per game. Their matches often see goals at both ends, reflected in an 80% BTTS rate.Brighton are high on confidence after a 1-1 draw with Man City, though winger Yankuba Minteh is unlikely to feature. The Seagulls have been relatively consistent, averaging 1.60 PPG at home and 1.00 PPG away, scoring 1.60 home goals while conceding 1.20. Their expected goals stats suggest they create chances efficiently (1.90 home expected goals) but lack cutting edge in finishing. Danny Welbeck is widely expected to return to the starting XI to face his old club.
