The standout fixture of Premier League Round 2 sees Brighton take on Manchester United at 20:00 on August 24 (Vietnam time). Both teams head into the match with notable squad issues.
Brighton: Manager Roberto De Zerbi will be without left-back Pervis Estupiñán due to injury. Solly March, Jakub Moder, and Julio Enciso are also sidelined for similar reasons. New signing Igor Julio could make his debut in defense, while Joao Pedro is likely to start up front.
Manchester United: Manager Erik ten Hag welcomes midfielder Mason Mount back from injury, though he may only feature from the bench. Rasmus Højlund is absent with a back problem, while Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, and Amad Diallo are also unavailable. New goalkeeper André Onana is set to start.
Predicted lineups:
Brighton: Steele; Veltman, Dunk, Webster, Groß; Gilmour, Dahoud; March, Welbeck, Mitoma; Ferguson.
Manchester United: Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Martínez, Shaw; Casemiro, Fernandes; Antony, Mount, Rashford; Garnacho.
The match promises plenty of drama, with Brighton in strong form at home and United determined to secure their first three points of the new season.
