Premier League 2022-23: Brighton complete the double over Manchester United
Brighton beat Manchester United in an entertaining 1-0 contest at the Amex Stadium in the Premier League 2022-23 season. Luke Shaw's outstretched arm hit the ball in United's box during the dying seconds as Brighton scored from the penalty spot. Brighton deserved the goal after putting United under tremendous pressure. It's a big moment for Brighton, who completed the league double over United.
Key match stats and points table
Brighton had 22 attempts with six shots on target. United had 16 attempts, managing five shots on target. The Seagulls also enjoyed more possession (60%) and had an 85% pass accuracy. United missed the chance to go over Newcastle United on third. Erik ten Hag's men remain fourth on 63 points from 33 games. Brighton are sixth with 55 points from 32 games.
Alexis Mac Allister's record penalty thwarts United
As per Opta, Alexis Mac Allister's penalty for Brighton tonight was the latest penalty scored in a Premier League game (98:16) since Bruno Fernandes scored for Manchester United against Brighton in this exact fixture in September 2020 (99:45). Allister's latest winning goal scored against Manchester United in Premier League history, timed at 98 minutes and 16 seconds.
An unwanted record for Manchester United
Manchester United are yet to win a Premier League away game against all eight other teams in the current top nine, losing seven and drawing one. United have scored eight goals, besides conceding a whopping 28.
First time Brighton have completed a league double over United
Brighton have completed the league double over United for the first time in their history. In the first game of the 2022-23 season, Brighton had beaten United 2-1 away. Notably, Brighton have now won three successive league games against Manchester United.
