Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion: kickoff time, lineups and prediction, 16 September

Carabao Cup

Manchester United#1 in the table

2 - 3 Full time

Brighton & Hove Albion#2 in the table

Shea Lacey 8'
Mason Mount 9'

Your time: 19:00 UTC Old Trafford, Manchester Referee: Farai Hallam

What to know

Manchester United host Brighton & Hove Albion in round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday 16 September 2026. Kickoff is at 22:00 Mecca time at Old Trafford, Manchester. Manchester United are #1 in the table and Brighton & Hove Albion are #2.

Manchester United (#1) against Brighton & Hove Albion (#2): a direct fight at the top of the table.
Brighton & Hove Albion have scored in each of their last 5 matches.
74,879 seats at Old Trafford.

Which channel shows Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion?

Channels showing this match, by country.

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Form

The last five matches of each team before this one, most recent at the top.

Manchester United

Brighton & Hove Albion

Who is out: Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion

Manchester United

No absences reported.

Brighton & Hove Albion

No absences reported.

Stadium: Old Trafford

CityManchester

Capacity74,879

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Questions and answers

What time does Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion kick off?

Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion kicks off on Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 22:00 Mecca time (19:00 UTC). This page also shows the time in your own timezone.

Which channel is showing Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion?

Broadcasters have not been announced yet. This page updates as soon as they are.

Where is Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion being played?

At Old Trafford in Manchester, which holds 74,879 people.

How can I watch Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion if it isn't shown in my country?

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