This is a very important game for both sides as United are looking to lock up a top 4 UEFA Europa League spot, while Brighton are still in the hunt for a place in the Europa League!
Despite being knocked out of the EFL Cup in the last 4 by Manchester United and beaten by Nottingham Forest in the league, Brighton bounced back in the last round of the league with a 6-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, an excellent performance. The win was probably their best performance of the season and was a pleasure to watch.
Verbeek's performance was particularly impressive, as he was able to be on hand throughout the match, making it difficult for the Wolves defenders to defend, and he was also very effective in front of goal. Another important player for the Wolves was Pascogos, who was able to control the tempo of the game and provide goals and assists for the team.
The fact that Brighton beat Wolverhampton with Alex McAlexander, Kaoru Mitaka and Moses Carmichael on the bench is a testament to the team's depth, but I'm sure that Dissabe will be looking to bring them back into the starting lineup against Man Utd this time around.
I think the battle in the center of the field is crucial. Most of United's success this season has come from this area, where the Red Devils' midfielders grab the ball in the middle of the field and quickly pass it to Rashford or Chaton Sinzou for a counter-attacking move.
On the other side of the pitch, a number of Brighton's midfielders will also be coming forward to assist the strikers, while wingers such as Pervas Estubielen will also be dangerous.
This will be a rematch of the last 4 of the EFL Cup, and I don't think Brighton will make the same mistake of allowing United to keep the ball at their feet. The Seagulls will try to keep the ball and attack their opponents as they are playing at home. As they are chasing for European qualification, I think Seagulls will be able to beat Red Devils and get all 3 points in this match.
