Brighton vs Manchester United - FA Cup: TV channel, team news, lineups & prediction

Brighton and Man Utd meet at Wembley on Sunday
Brighton and Man Utd meet at Wembley on Sunday / Burstow / Stringer / Visionhaus / Contributor
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The second FA Cup semi-final of the weekend sees European hopefuls Brighton take on a wounded Manchester United at Wembley on Sunday.

The Seagulls last reached this stage in 2019 but have never won the competition, coming closest in 1983 when they lost to their upcoming opponents 4-0 in a replay after a 2-2 draw in the first game.

United exited the Europa League in limp fashion on Thursday night, losing 3-0 to Sevilla, and have a mountain of injuries to deal with as they seek a cup double.

Here's what you need to know ahead of the fixture.


Where are Brighton vs Manchester United playing?

  • Location: London, England
  • Stadium: Wembley
  • Date: Sunday 23 April
  • Kick-off Time: 16:30 BST / 11:30 ET / 08:30 PT
  • Referee: Craig Pawson
  • VAR: Michael Oliver

Brighton vs Manchester United H2H Results (Last Five Games)

  • Brighton: 2 wins
  • Manchester United: 3 wins
  • Draws: 0

Current Form (Last Five Games)

  • Brighton: WDWLW
  • Manchester United: WWDWL

How to watch Brighton vs Manchester United on TV and live stream

Country

TV Channel/Live Stream

United Kingdom

BBC One, BBC Two Wales, BBC Sport Web, BBC iPlayer

United States

ESPN+

Canada

Sportsnet Now Plus, Sportsnet World, Sportsnet Now, Sportsnet World Now


Brighton team news

Robert De Zerbi has a few injury issues to contend with. Exciting young striker Evan Ferguson and defender Joel Veltman have both been sidelined for a few weeks, meaning Pascal Gross may play at right-back with Danny Welbeck up front.

Jason Steele will be assessed after missing the win at Chelsea, but the likes of Adam Lallana, Tariq Lamptey and Jeremy Sarmiento remain absent.

There could be a significant start for young Julio Enciso, who scored the winner over the Blues last time out.


Brighton predicted lineup vs Manchester United

(4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gross, Colwill, Dunk, Estupinan; Mac Allister, Caicedo; March, Enciso, Mitoma; Welbeck.


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Manchester United team news

Man Utd's squad is being stretched thin during the final few months of the season.

Defenders Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane are both injured while Harry Maguire is suspended, which could leave Victor Lindelof partnering Luke Shaw in central defence.

Anthony Martial came off injured in the defeat to Sevilla and will need to be assessed, as will Scott McTominay who has missed United's last few games. Bruno Fernandes is at least available again after missing the midweek trip through suspension.

Manchester United predicted lineup vs Brighton

(4-2-3-1): De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Shaw, Dalot; Casemiro, Eriksen; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Weghorst.


Brighton vs Manchester United score prediction

Brighton have lost only two of their last ten games in all competitions - one being a slightly unfortunate trip to Tottenham. Their fluidity will cause plenty of problems for United, who are pretty far away from being able to field their strongest XI.

The Red Devils' season is in danger of ending in disappointing fashion with consecutive cup exits and injuries ruling key players out.

Fatigue to United gives Brighton an advantage on Sunday, and if they take their chances, an FA Cup final against Manchester City or Sheffield United will be their reward.

Prediction: Brighton 2-1 Manchester United