Manchester United Beat Brighton 4-2, Secure Third Consecutive Win to Climb Top Four

Manchester United continued their impressive revival under manager Ruben Amorim with a thrilling 4–2 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford, marking their third consecutive Premier League win — a streak they had not achieved since February 2024. The win propelled United into fourth place on the table, securing 16 points from nine matches and signalling a significant turnaround for Amorim’s side.

The match began with Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha opening his account for United after a 16-game goal drought, curling a precise shot past Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen following excellent work from Casemiro. Cunha’s strike set the tone for the Red Devils, and he later doubled the lead with a deflected effort from Yasin Ayari, demonstrating his growing influence in the attacking third.

United maintained control through Casemiro and Bryan Mbeumo, with Mbeumo scoring a composed finish on the hour mark to make it 3–0, giving the home side a comfortable advantage. Brighton, however, staged a spirited fightback. Former United striker Danny Welbeck reduced the deficit with a superb free-kick late in the game, and substitute Charalampos Kostoulas added a clever header in stoppage time, bringing the scoreline to 3–2 and setting up a tense finale.

Mbeumo sealed the win with a clinical strike from 12 yards, restoring United’s two-goal cushion and ensuring all three points remained at Old Trafford. The victory highlighted the team’s renewed attacking verve and confidence, following a period of scrutiny for Amorim after a series of poor results earlier in the season.

The match also featured key contributions from Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko, and Casemiro, while United’s defense withstood Brighton’s late surge to preserve the win. Fans celebrated Cunha’s first goal at Old Trafford, with the Brazilian describing the moment as a “dream come true” and emphasizing the emotional significance of scoring at the historic stadium.

With momentum firmly on their side, Manchester United now look to build on their resurgence in upcoming Premier League fixtures. The team’s attacking consistency, combined with Amorim’s tactical adjustments, suggests that the early-season struggles may be behind them, and United’s climb up the table is set to continue as the campaign progresses.