Manchester United claimed a third consecutive Premier League victory after a turbulent 4-2 success over Brighton & Hove Albion. The match swung several times, but Bryan Mbeumo\u2019s second goal in stoppage time ensured all three points for the Red Devils.<\/p>\n
Matheus Cunha opened the scoring before the interval after being picked out by Casemiro, a composed finish that eased early nerves. United then profited from Brighton\u2019s loose possession: Casemiro\u2019s long-range attempt took a heavy deflection off Yasin Ayari to find the net and stretch the lead. Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko squandered a clear chance just before half-time, rifling over from close range.<\/p>\n
The visitors started the second half under pressure and United finally made the game safe after the hour. \u0160e\u0161ko fizzed a pass into Mbeumo, who cut inside and finished low into the near post for his first of the afternoon. Brighton responded through Danny Welbeck, whose free kick beat Senne Lammens with 15 minutes remaining and shifted the momentum. A stoppage-time header from Charalampos Kostoulas then reduced the deficit, but Mbeumo\u2019s 97th-minute close-range finish completed his brace and confirmed the result.<\/p>\n
Player ratings reflected several strong performances. Bryan Mbeumo led the way with a 9.3 for his two goals and constant threat in the final third. Casemiro earned an 8.6 after a goal and an assist and strong midfield protection. Matheus Cunha was rated 8.4 for his opener and influence in attack. Bruno Fernandes received an 8.1 for his role as a deep-lying playmaker. Luke Shaw and Diogo Dalot each scored 7.4 for industrious displays, while Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko was given 7.6. Goalkeeper Senne Lammens was marked 6.4 after a typically commanding outing that nonetheless included two late goals conceded.<\/p>\n
Substitutes who featured included Ayden Heaven (7.2), Kobbie Mainoo (6.6) and Patrick Dorgu (6.3); Joshua Zirkzee and Manuel Ugarte were introduced late and listed N\/A. Unused substitutes included Altay Bay\u0131nd\u0131r, Noussair Mazraoui, Tyrell Malacia and Mason Mount.<\/p>\n
Match statistics showed United with 43% possession to Brighton\u2019s 57%, expected goals of 1.13 to 1.07, and a shots count of 13 to 17, reflecting a tight but decisive home victory for the Red Devils.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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