Manchester United head to the South Coast on the final day of the season to face Brighton at the Amex Stadium. There is no such thing as a meaningless match when you are United.
We have a massive summer on the horizon and Michael Carrick will expect absolutely nothing less than maximum intensity to ensure we finish this domestic campaign with our heads held high.
The atmosphere at the Amex will be incredibly intense because the stakes could not be higher for the hosts. Brighton are fighting tooth and nail for their European lives; depending on how the chips fall, they could land anywhere from the Champions League to completely missing out on continental football. They will be desperate, frantic, and smelling blood in front of their home fans.
But this is exactly the kind of tribal, high-pressure environment where Carrick’s side must show their steel. We remember all too well the bitter taste of that 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford back in January when they knocked us out of the FA Cup. Going down there and spoiling their party on the final day would be the perfect dose of footballing revenge.
| Match Data | Brighton vs Man Utd |
| Competition | English Premier League |
| Matchweek | Matchweek 38 (Final Day) |
| Date | Sunday, 24 May, 2026 |
| Kick-off Time | 16:00 BST |
| Venue | American Express Stadium, Falmer |
| Home Team | Brighton |
| Away Team | Man Utd |
| Win Probability | Home Team: 52.4% | Draw: 22.8% | Away Team: 24.8% |
| Previous Meeting | Man Utd 1-2 Brighton (11 January, 2026 – FA Cup) |
| Where to Watch UK | Sky Sports |
| Where to Watch US | USA Network / Peacock |
Match Preview
Brighton’s threat under Fabian Hürzeler is clear, with players like Pascal Gross and Danny Welbeck always eager to cause problems. But we have our own potent weapons ready to silence the Amex. Matheus Cunha is in fine form, and with Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings from midfield, we have the tactical quality to unlock any defence when we move the ball with precision.
Tactically, Carrick will look to exploit Brighton’s aggressive high line. If we can control the tempo in the engine room and unleash our quick transitions, we can completely freeze their European ambitions in their tracks.
Prediction: Brighton 1 – 2 Man Utd
From the Manager’s Desk
“We’re certainly conscious of the situation of the game and what’s at stake. I think we’ve certainly got a responsibility for that. We’ve managed to put ourselves in a position where we kind of are the position that we are in the league.
And I’ve said we wanted to finish strong for ourselves as much as anything. We’re approaching the game as we would any other game. There’s a lot to play for, for Brighton, for Bournemouth, for all the other clubs surrounding that, so we’re well aware of that.”
| Market | Odds |
| Home Win – Brighton | 21/20 |
| Draw | 31/10 |
| Away Win – Man Utd | 11/5 |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 6/4 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 1/2 |
| BTTS Yes | 4/9 |
How to watch Brighton vs Man Utd
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports, with full coverage of the final day drama starting ahead of the simultaneous 16:00 BST kick-offs. Supporters looking to stream the match on the move can access the live action through the Sky Go app or with a NOW TV subscription.
Brighton team news
Fabian Hürzeler is navigating a high-stakes final day with a relatively stable squad. Midfielder Mats Wieffer is in contention to feature against United after pushing for fitness. Expect Brighton to go completely full strength as they chase the vital victory required to solidify their European dreams in front of an expectant home crowd.
Man Utd team news
Michael Carrick has confirmed that veteran midfielder Casemiro will not feature against Brighton due to a fitness issue. With 3rd place already secured, United could see a mix of established stars maintaining match sharpness alongside some tactical adjustments, though core figures like Bruno Fernandes and Benjamin Šeško are expected to lead the line.
Man Utd win odds and expert view
At a generous price of 11/5, Manchester United represents superb value to claim an away victory on the final day. While the bookmakers have priced Brighton as favorites due to their heavy motivation for European qualification, the immense pressure on the hosts makes them highly vulnerable to elite counter-attacking sides. United can play completely free of pressure, which often results in a more fluid, clinical performance.
“Everyone is assuming Brighton will roll United over because they need the points more, but that is a dangerous trap on the final day. United have been excellent under Carrick, Cunha is an elite attacking threat, and playing without pressure makes them incredibly dangerous. At 11/5, backing a United side with that much attacking quality against a stressed Brighton defence is the smartest value on the board.” — Pundit View
