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Manchester United
GK
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CB
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CM
CM
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Brighton
GK
RB
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CB
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CM
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Manchester United
GK
RB
CB
CB
LB
CM
CM
CM
RW
ST
LW
Brighton
GK
RB
CB
CB
LB
CM
CM
CM
RW
ST
LW
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Manchester United
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Manchester United vs Brighton lineups
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Predicted lineups and team news for Manchester United vs Brighton in the EFL Cup on 16 Sept 2026. Build your Starting 11 before kickoff and see how the crowd expects both teams to line up. Confirmed XIs are added the moment they are announced, usually about an hour before the 8pm BST kickoff.
- What is the predicted lineup for Manchester United vs Brighton?
- Our predicted XIs for Manchester United and Brighton are based on recent team news, form and fan predictions. Pick your own Starting 11 and compare it with the crowd.
- When are the confirmed lineups for Manchester United vs Brighton announced?
- Official starting lineups are usually confirmed about an hour before kickoff. This page updates with both teams' confirmed XIs as soon as they are released.
- What time does Manchester United vs Brighton kick off?
- Manchester United vs Brighton kicks off at 8pm BST on 16 Sept 2026.