Brighton vs Manchester Utd Prediction & Betting Tips (24 May)

Brighton’s meeting with Manchester United at the Amex on May 24 comes with both clubs finishing strong in the 2025/26 Premier League season. United arrive in the top‑four hunt, while Brighton are pushing to cement a top‑half spot after another adventurous campaign under their current setup. The reverse fixture at Old Trafford ended in a high‑tempo 4‑2 win for United, a reminder that this matchup rarely lacks drama. With the final day often throwing up wild swings in intensity and emotion, this clash feels like one of the standout fixtures on the closing weekend.

Brighton’s recent form has been impressive despite a narrow setback away to Leeds, where they slipped to a 1-0 defeat. Before that, they dismantled Wolves at home by 3-0, outclassed Chelsea 3-0 at the Amex, and produced a controlled 2-0 win at Burnley. A 2-2 draw at Spurs showed their resilience on the road, even when under pressure. The Seagulls have had to juggle injuries to key figures like Solly March, Diego Gómez, James Milner, Stefanos Tzimas and Adam Webster, yet their attacking patterns and pressing structure have remained sharp, especially in front of their own supporters.

Manchester United travel south on the back of a strong run that has pushed them firmly into the Champions League picture. Their latest outing saw them edge Nottingham Forest in a thrilling 3-2 victory at Old Trafford, following a gritty stalemate away to Sunderland that finished 0-0. Prior to that, they had already beaten Liverpool 3-2, Brentford 2-1 and Chelsea 1-0, showing they can win tight games in different ways. Even with fitness concerns around players such as Bryan Mbeumo, Leny Yoro, Patrick Dorgu and Matthijs de Ligt, United’s blend of creative midfield play and clinical finishing has made them one of the division’s most dangerous attacking outfits.

All of this sets up a fascinating tactical battle: Brighton’s structured build‑up and fluid front line against United’s vertical transitions and late‑game ruthlessness. Brighton’s home numbers, including multiple clean sheets and comfortable wins over strong opponents, suggest they will not sit back, while United’s recent habit of both scoring and conceding keeps the door open for another open contest. With both sides carrying threats from wide areas and set pieces, a multi‑goal encounter feels more likely than a cagey affair, and the balance of form, motivation and home advantage points us toward a bold correct‑score prediction of 3-1 in this final‑day showdown.

• Summary: Brighton & Hove Albion played against Manchester United in 1 matches this season. Currently, Brighton & Hove Albion rank 7th, while Manchester United hold 3rd position. Looking to compare the best-rated player on both teams? Sofascore's rating system assigns each player a specific rating based on numerous data factors.
• Referee: Samuel Barrott
• Brighton Feedinco Rating: 6.82
• Manchester Utd Feedinco Rating: 6.91