Manchester United vs Brighton: Premier League Pick & Prediction, 25 October 2025
Seeking to extend their winning momentum, Manchester United take on Brighton at Old Trafford on Saturday, October 25th, in a high-stakes Premier League clash.
The Red Devils have finally found form under Ruben Amorim, while Fabian Huzeler’s Seagulls continue to blend bold attacking football with recurring defensive vulnerabilities.
The sides last met in January, when Brighton claimed an impressive 3-1 victory at Old Trafford — their third straight league win away to United. The question this weekend: can Amorim’s rejuvenated side end their hoodoo against the Seagulls?
Head-to-Head History (H2H: Manchester United vs Brighton)
Manchester United’s recent record against Brighton is unusually poor by their standards. Remarkably, the Red Devils have lost six of their last seven Premier League meetings with the Seagulls – double the number of defeats they suffered in the first 17 league encounters between the clubs (12-2-3 record).
Brighton have also won each of their last three league visits to Old Trafford, becoming only the second team in history to achieve that feat after Manchester City did so between 1968 and 1972.
Manchester United: Current Form and Team News
After months of inconsistency, Manchester United are showing signs of life. Last weekend’s 2-1 triumph at Anfield – their first away win over Liverpool since 2016 – followed a 2-0 home victory over Sunderland, giving Amorim his first back-to-back Premier League wins since taking charge 11 months ago.
As a result, United have now climbed to ninth in the table, just three points off second place, and they’ve also won each of their last three league home games (vs Burnley, Chelsea and Sunderland, following a spirited, yet 1-0 opening day defeat to Arsenal). Confidence is clearly building, and Amorim seems to have found a better tactical balance between pressing intensity and attacking transition.
The Portuguese tactician will likely stick with his three-at-the-back setup but could freshen his lineup. Benjamin Sesko may return to the fold after two goals in his last two starts for United, replacing either Mason Mount or Matheus Cunha, while Bryan Mbeumo – who has three goals and three assists against Brighton in his career – is expected to start once again.
Elsewhere, Lisandro Martínez remains sidelined but is nearing a return from his long-term knee injury. Leny Yoro is pushing for a start at the back, while Diogo Dalot and Amad Diallo could continue as wing-backs unless Patrick Dorgu earns a recall.
Brighton & Hove Albion: Current Form and Team News
Brighton arrive at Old Trafford just one point behind their hosts in the standings after a strong run of form. Since losing 2-1 to Bournemouth in September, the Seagulls have alternated between wins and draws – defeating Chelsea (3-1) and Newcastle (2-1) in recent weeks.
Danny Welbeck was the hero last time out, scoring twice for the victory over Newcastle to take his tally to four goals in his last three appearances. However, Brighton’s defensive record remains a serious cause for concern – they have kept just one clean sheet in their last 20 top-flight matches – a 2-0 victory at Wolves in May. None this season.
Having lost just two of their last 13 Premier League matches (winning seven), Brighton have every reason to fancy their chances of taking something from Old Trafford before heading back to the southeast.
Injury problems persist for Fabian Hürzeler, though, with Adam Webster, Jack Hinshelwood, and Solly March all ruled out. Furthermore, Joel Veltman, Diego Gómez, Brajan Gruda and Kaoru Mitoma face late fitness tests, while Maxim De Cuyper may again be deployed higher up the pitch if Mitoma is unavailable.
Midfield dynamo Carlos Baleba, heavily linked with Manchester United, is in contention to start, while Welbeck is likely to lead the line alongside Georginio Rutter and Yankuba Minteh.
Tactical Duel: Amorim vs Hurzeler
Saturday’s Theatre of Dreams showdown pits two of Europe’s most progressive young coaches against each other. Ruben Amorim’s back-three system has started to click, with Bruno Fernandes dictating transitions and Mbeumo providing direct width and counter-pressing energy. Expect United to attack early, using Dalot and Amad as wing-back outlets to pin Brighton deep.
Meanwhile, Fabian Hurzeler’s Seagulls will look to control possession and exploit United’s defensive gaps through vertical passing. Baleba’s box-to-box presence could be crucial, and Welbeck’s movement may test the Red Devils’ high line. However, Brighton’s tendency to overcommit may again leave them vulnerable in transition – something Amorim’s setup thrives on.
Possible Starting Lineups of Manchester United and Brighton
Manchester United: Senne Lammens – Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw – Amad Diallo, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot – Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha – Benjamin Sesko. (3-4-2-1)
Brighton: Bart Verbruggen – Mats Wieffer, Lewis Dunk, Jan Paul van Hecke, Ferdi Kadıoglu – Carlos Baleba, Yasin Ayari – Yankuba Minteh, Georginio Rutter, Maxim De Cuyper – Danny Welbeck. (4-2-3-1)
Manchester United vs Brighton Betting Prediction and Odds
According to the latest betting odds from EveryGame, Manchester United are -105 favorites, with the draw priced at +285 and Brighton’s away win available at +250.
Both clubs have been entertaining to watch – both teams have scored in seven of Brighton’s eight league matches this term, and five of Manchester United’s eight have also seen goals at both ends. The Seagulls have a strong away record at Old Trafford, but United’s renewed confidence, especially after Sunday’s derby triumph, and attacking rhythm under Amorim make them slight favorites.
We expect a thrilling, open encounter with goals at both ends – but with United’s momentum and home crowd behind them, Amorim’s Red Devils should edge it.