Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
English Premier League, KO: 12:30 Aug 24, 2024, Amex Stadium
Both Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United will be bidding to make it two wins from two in the Premier League when the pair lock horns at the Amex Stadium on Saturday lunchtime.
Fabian Hurzeler enjoyed a dream start to life in the Seagulls dugout last weekend, as he steered his side to an emphatic 3-0 win away at Everton.
No other side in the top-flight won by a bigger margin on the opening weekend of the season, meaning Brighton head into the second round of fixtures surveying the standings from summit.
Seeking to build on last week’s success, Albion will look to get the better of Man United on the south coast this weekend.
The Red Devils kicked off their Premier League campaign with a narrow 1-0 win over Fulham last Friday, on a night where both of my Old Trafford tips landed.
Erik ten Hag will be hoping that season-opening success will act as springboard for another positive result when his side pay Brighton a visit this weekend.
How the bookies view it: Duo difficult to separate
The bookmakers are struggling to separate the two sides, with Brighton marginal favourites at 6/4 on Bet 365.
Man United are narrow outsiders at 13/8 (Bet 365) while an all square affair at the Amex has been chalked up at 27/10 (Bet 365).
Head to head: Seagulls seeking more success
Brighton have claimed top honours from four of the last five meetings between the pair in the Premier League.
However, it’s worth noting that United triumphed in the most recent tussle thanks to a 2-0 victory at this venue on the final day of last season.
Players to watch: Mainoo worth another shot?
I successfully backed Kobbie Mainoo to attempt just one shot against Fulham last Friday night and the same selection looks worth revisiting this weekend at 11/8 on Bet 365. Having attempted a minimum of one shot in each of England's final four matches at Euro 2024 this summer, the talented teenager clearly likes to try his luck in front of goal.
Danny Welbeck netted in Brighton’s 3-0 win over Everton last weekend and the former Manchester United man is 14/5 with UniBet for an anytime strike against his former employers.
Predicted line-ups
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is expected to stick with the same starting XI that brushed aside Everton with ease last weekend.
After scoring a late winner on his debut, Joshua Zirkzee will likely lead Man United’s attack at the Amex on Saturday.
Brighton: Steele, Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Hinshelwood, Milner, Wieffer, Minteh, Pedro, Mitoma, Welbeck
Man United: Onana, Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot, Casemiro, Mainoo, Amad Diallo, Fernandes, Rashford, Zirkzee
Anything else catch the eye?
With a keenly contested affair anticipated on Saturday, a case could be made for a number of players in the foul markets.
A player-based double that holds plenty of appeal is that of Casemiro and James Milner each to commit a foul at 10/11 on Bet 365.
United midfield destroyer Casemiro committed one foul against Fulham last Friday night, while veteran midfielder Milner was booked in Brighton’s 3-0 win over Everton.
This English Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United will be played on Aug 24, 2024 and kick off at 12:30. Check below for our tipsters best Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United prediction. You may also visit our dedicated betting previews section for the most up to date previews.
