Manchester United vs Brighton Prediction for 26 October 2025 - Football

🔊 Can Manchester United secure their third consecutive victory? A well-known fan of the "Red Devils," who hasn't had a haircut for a year in anticipation of five straight wins from his beloved team, now has a glimmer of hope. However, on October 25th, Brighton will attempt to shatter that dream. The Seagulls, who love to snatch points from United, arrive at Old Trafford in excellent form, though this doesn't make them the favorites. Are the bookmakers right to place their faith in the hosts at the "Theatre of Dreams"?

Head-to-Head

📊 Just one win in their last seven matches—perhaps that's all you need to know about United's struggles in head-to-head clashes with the Seagulls. Brighton have taken all six of the other encounters. Notably, both teams have consistently found the back of the net at Old Trafford.

Manchester United Team Overview

Manchester have characteristically started the season inconsistently, even suffering an embarrassing exit in the League Cup at the hands of Grimsby Town. Ruben Amorim has once again faced a barrage of criticism and is under immense pressure, but the Portuguese manager seems prepared for it. Signs of improvement are emerging, not only in terms of gameplay quality but also in results.

The "Red Devils" have won three out of their last four matches and, for the first time under Amorim, secured back-to-back Premier League victories. Notably, they achieved this on "Anfield" turf, defeating Liverpool 2-1 on their ground for the first time since 2016. Harry Maguire's winning goal is a remarkable story. However, it's not just the Englishman who deserves praise; Senne Lammens has also impressed by replacing Altay Bayındır as the starting goalkeeper, providing his teammates with confidence in the last line of defense. The Belgian boasts five saves with an xGOT of 2.33.

Brighton & Hove Albion Team Overview

Fabian Hürzeler's team are a solid mid-table side capable of causing upsets against any opponent. Brighton's main strength at the moment is their consistency. After suffering a 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth early in the season, the Seagulls embarked on a five-match unbeaten run, during which they took points off several formidable opponents, including Tottenham (2-2), Chelsea (3-1), and Newcastle (2-1).

The standout performer in their recent clash with the Magpies was veteran Danny Welbeck, who netted a brace. The Englishman also scored twice against Chelsea, making it clear that he's in excellent form. While Brighton have no issues up front, their defense is a concern. The team has managed only one clean sheet in their last 20 Premier League matches—a worrying trend.

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Manchester United

🎙 Ruben Amorim after the match against Liverpool: "Of course, two consecutive victories are very important. I haven't had many wins in Manchester. Every aspect of this game—the spirit with which we responded to difficult moments—was perfect. We'll try to replicate this next week. Senne Lammens showed great courage and quality. We owe much of our win to him."

❌ The squad situation in Manchester is nearly ideal. The only absentee is Lisandro Martinez. However, the Argentine is in the final stages of recovery from a cruciate ligament tear and is returning to full training.

Brighton & Hove Albion

📝 Reports suggest that one of Brighton's top transfer targets is Lazio's center-back Mario Gila. The Seagulls offered €34 million for him in the summer and are planning to increase their bid. Additionally, according to some sources, the club will also pursue Joshua Zirkzee, who is struggling to find a place in Manchester United's squad.

❌ Unlike Manchester, Brighton are dealing with numerous absences. Long-term injuries to Solly March, Adam Webster, and Jack Hinshelwood continue to sideline them. Kaoru Mitoma, Joël Veltman, and Bryan Gruda, who missed the last match, are set to undergo assessments later. All three remain doubtful for now.

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

The match will be officiated by Anthony Taylor, who averages just 2.6 yellow cards per game in this season's Premier League. Interestingly, over his last 20 matches, this figure drops to 2.3. Considering this, we suggest betting on Manchester United's individual total of fewer than 1.5 bookings. The "Red Devils" have received no more than one yellow card in each of their last five home games. With Taylor in charge, the chances of extending this streak are high.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

One of Man United's main issues is their defensive lapses in concentration. It's no coincidence that Ruben Amorim's side has conceded after the break in 6 of their last 7 Premier League matches. While results are improving, the problem is that Brighton have scored in the second half in 7 of their last 8 matches. There's a strong likelihood that the "Red Devils" will falter again, making a bet on a goal by the visitors in the second half quite appealing.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Manchester United concede an average of 4.6 corners per match this season. Given how challenging their upcoming opponents are, it's unlikely they will reduce this number. Moreover, Brighton have delivered more than 3.5 corners in 13 of their last 14 away games. This seems like a promising bet, doesn't it?

It's been a while since Manchester United had such a positive atmosphere surrounding them, and this could play a crucial role in their matchup against Brighton. While the Seagulls are a challenging opponent, they struggle on the road, having secured only 4 points out of a possible 12 away from home. Moreover, Brighton's squad will be less than optimal, whereas Ruben Amorim has nearly all his players available.

We dare to believe in a third consecutive victory for Manchester United, predicting a likely scoreline of 2-1 in favor of the Red Devils. Keeping a clean sheet, despite Lammens' heroics, will be tough for the hosts due to lingering defensive issues. The "both teams to score (yes)" bet has hit in 9 of Brighton's last 10 Premier League matches, making it our primary pick.