Manchester United will look to consolidate their grip on second place when they host Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Sunday. The Red Devils have endured a mixed season so far, but there’s still a lot to play for.
Having disappointingly exited the FA Cup right before the international after losing 3-1 to Leicester City, Manchester United will be aiming for a quick return to winning ways.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side boasts an impressive away record in domestic matches, having not lost on the road in the Premier League in over a year. However, their home form has usually been shaky and that is something that Brighton will hope to exploit.
The Seagulls endured a difficult run at the start of February when they went six games without a win, however, they’ve won each of their last two games – beating Southampton and Newcastle United 2-1 and 3-0, respectively.
Manchester United are huge favourites for this encounter but Brighton have constantly proved that they can upset the top teams. Graham Potter’s charges have already recorded impressive wins against Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool this season and will fancy facing Manchester United this weekend.
Manchester United have no injury problems, with Edinson Cavani, Paul Pogba and Donny van de Beek all returning to full fitness before the international break.
Brighton will also be looking to welcome Leandro Trossard back into the team following his goal-scoring output for Belgium during the international break.
Meanwhile, the Seagulls will also be looking to Danny Welbeck and Adam Lallana for inspiration, with the duo currently in a rich vein of form.
This is a game between the Premier League second-placed team and 16th-placed team but the onus lies with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side to grab all three points.
Betika prices Manchester United at 1.62 to win the game, while a win for Brighton is priced at an odd of 5.60. A draw is, however, priced 4.20 by Betika.