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Brighton predicted lineup vs Manchester UnitedMOST USED XI

Brighton's expected lineup away at Manchester United in the EFL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 6 official matches: Verbruggen in goal, a back four of Vušković, Boscagli, Dunk and Kadıoğlu, and Kostoulas leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 23 of the last 30 matches.
  • Based on starts across 6 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Brighton, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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What is Brighton's expected lineup today?
Brighton's expected lineup away at Manchester United in the EFL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 6 official matches: Verbruggen in goal, a back four of Vušković, Boscagli, Dunk and Kadıoğlu, and Kostoulas leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen, Vušković, Boscagli, Dunk, Kadıoğlu, Groß, Gómez, Ayari, De Cuyper, Yalcouyé, Kostoulas.
Who started Brighton's last match?
Brighton's starting XI on 13 Sept 2026 in the Premier League (4-2-3-1): B. Verbruggen, F. Kadıoğlu, L. Vušković, L. Dunk, O. Boscagli, P. Groß, Y. Ayari, D. Gómez, M. Yalcouyé, M. De Cuyper, C. Kostoulas.
What was Brighton's last result?
Brighton beat Coventry 5–0 on 13 Sept 2026.
When did Brighton last win?
Brighton last won on 13 Sept 2026, beating Coventry 5–0.
Who takes penalties for Brighton?
P. Groß is Brighton's first choice penalty taker, with P. David next in line.
Who has made the most starts for Brighton this season?
P. Groß leads with 6 starts for Brighton across all competitions this season.
What formation does Brighton use most often?
Brighton have used a 4-2-3-1 in 5 of their 6 matches this season.
Which Brighton goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Bart Verbruggen has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Brighton this season, starting 6 matches.
Which Brighton defender has started the most this season?
Olivier Boscagli has made the most starts as defender for Brighton this season, starting 6 matches.
Which Brighton midfielder has started the most this season?
Pascal Groß has made the most starts as midfielder for Brighton this season, starting 6 matches.
Which Brighton forward has started the most this season?
Charalampos Kostoulas has made the most starts as forward for Brighton this season, starting 4 matches.
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