Early Team News: Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion, Line-Up, Match Time And Date.
On Sunday, Manchester United plays in their first Premier League game of the year against Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford.
Erik ten Hag will try to start his United career off right by defeating the Seagulls and earning all three points.
Before the season opener at Old Trafford, here is a look at how both teams are progressing.
Manchester United
The loan transfer of Alex Telles to Sevilla appears to be finalized soon. He most likely won’t be available for Brighton’s match on Sunday. Before the conclusion of the week, there is a good chance Telles will switch to the Spanish team.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s future is still up in the air because he appears eager to quit Manchester United. Despite his desire to go, he ought to be eligible for Sunday’s game against Brighton because no deal has yet been finalized.
The Portuguese striker hasn’t trained much and has only played for 45 minutes throughout preseason, so it seems doubtful that he will start.
Anthony Martial will reportedly be the player leading the line for United on Sunday, according to rumors. The France international has been in outstanding form for the Red Devils during preseason, and he undoubtedly hopes to continue it this Sunday when United plays its first competitive match.
United must wait till Uruguayan winger Facundo Pellistri is well. The 20-year-old was injured last Saturday in United’s semifinal preseason match in Oslo versus Atletico Madrid, and there has been no word on his condition since.
Luke Shaw did not travel with the team, and Jadon Sancho became ill the morning of the match, therefore they both missed the match against Atleti. Shaw also missed the game. Whether either player will play against Brighton is still up in the air.
Brighton
Midfielder Yves Bissouma left the Seagulls to join Tottenham for an estimated £26 million during the summer transfer window, leaving Graham Potter’s Brighton team without one of their most crucial players.
Marc Cucurella, a left-back, might not be available given speculations that he will be moving to Chelsea for more than £50 million, however the club has disputed the rumors.
Jakub Moder, a player for Poland, is still making progress in his recovery from a cruciate injury.
He missed the game on Sunday due to an ACL injury that he sustained at the beginning of April.
Predicted Manchester United line-up
David De Gea
Diogo Dalot Harry Maguire Lisandro Martinez Tyrell Malacia
Fred Rodriguez Christian Eriksen
Bruno Fernandes
Jadon Sancho Anthony Martial Marcus Rashford
Match time and date
On Sunday, August 7, at 14:00 BST, Erik ten Hag will play in his first competitive game at Old Trafford, hoping to help his team resume winning ways.
Six preseason games were played by Manchester United, with three victories, two draws, and one defeat.
