Brighton and Hove Albion Seal Stunning Victory Over Manchester UnitedBrighton and Hove Albion Seal Stunning Victory Over Manchester United In a pulsating clash at the Amex Stadium, Brighton and Hove Albion caused a major upset by defeating a lackluster Manchester United 3-2. The Seagulls, playing with verve and determination, took an early lead through Leandro Trossard’s clinical finish. Dan Burn doubled their advantage with a towering header just before halftime. After the break, Manchester United appeared disjointed and struggled to create any meaningful chances. Marcus Rashford’s goal in the 62nd minute gave them a glimmer of hope, but Neal Maupay restored Brighton’s two-goal cushion with a well-taken strike. Substitute Anthony Elanga scored a consolation goal in the closing stages, but it proved too little, too late for the Red Devils. Brighton’s defense held firm, and the final whistle sent shockwaves through the Premier League. Graham Potter, the Brighton manager, praised his team’s performance: “We were magnificent today. We defended with heart and soul, and we attacked with intelligence. This is a special moment for this club.” Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interim manager, Ralf Rangnick, couldn’t hide his disappointment: “We were second best today. Our performance was unacceptable, and we need to learn from this defeat.” The victory for Brighton was their first over Manchester United since 1989 and moved them up to ninth in the table. It was a significant setback for the Red Devils, who remain in the race for the top four but face an uphill battle to secure Champions League qualification. The result was hailed as one of the biggest upsets of the season and a testament to the growing strength of Brighton and Hove Albion under Potter’s guidance.
