Brighton & Hove Albion v Manchester United: Premier League Match Preview
Date: August 24, 2024, 11:30
Prediction
Looking at the past performances and current form, the match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United promises to be a competitive affair. Both teams have shown their strength and weaknesses in their recent matches, which will play a crucial role in the upcoming game.
- Brighton & Hove Albion had a mixed result in their recent matches, defeating Villarreal 4-0 and losing 1-2 to Bromley.
- Manchester United, on the other hand, had a draw against Manchester City 1-1 and lost 0-2 to Arsenal.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Historically, the two teams have had competitive matches. In the last five meetings, Brighton & Hove Albion has won three times, while Manchester United has won twice. Brighton & Hove Albion seems to have an upper hand in the head-to-head comparison. However, Manchester United's current form cannot be overlooked.
Last 5 Matches
Brighton & Hove Albion
| Date | Match | Score |
| Jul 27, 2024 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Bromley | 1 - 2 |
| Aug 10, 2024 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Villarreal | 4 - 0 |
Manchester United
| Date | Match | Score |
| Jul 28, 2024 | Arsenal vs Manchester United | 2 - 0 |
| Aug 10, 2024 | Manchester City vs Manchester United | 1 - 1 |
Market Odds
| Market | Odds | Stats |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 4 | 24% |
| Manchester United | 7 | 41% |
| Over 0.5 | 16 | 94% |
| Over 1.5 | 13 | 76% |
| Over 2.5 | 10 | 59% |
| Over 3.5 | 5 | 29% |
| Over 4.5 | 2 | 12% |
| Both teams to score (btts) | 7 | 41% |
Odds Full Time
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Draw | Manchester United |
| 1xBet | 2.48 | 3.89 | 2.74 |
| bet365 | 2.50 | 3.70 | 2.63 |
| Cloudbet | 2.45 | 3.73 | 2.70 |
Past H2H Results & Fixtures
| Date | Match | Score |
| May 19, 2024 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United | 1 - 2 |
| Sep 16, 2023 | Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion | 1 - 3 |
| May 4, 2023 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United | 1 - 0 |
| Apr 23, 2023 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United | 1 - 0 |
| Aug 7, 2022 | Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion | 1 - 2 |
Verdict
Based on the historical stats, head-to-head comparison, and recent form, the match is likely to be a closely fought contest. Although Brighton & Hove Albion has an advantage in the head-to-head record, Manchester United's current form and higher market odds make the game unpredictable.
For bettors, a safe bet would be on both teams scoring considering the offensive capabilities of both teams and a scoreline of over 1.5. However, a more risky proposition would be betting on a draw or a narrow win for either side.
