Mbeumo Double Powers Man Utd Past Brighton in Thrilling 4-2 Victory
Manchester United extended their winning streak to three consecutive Premier League matches with a dramatic 4-2 triumph over Brighton at Old Trafford on Saturday, temporarily lifting them into fourth place in the table.
Matheus Cunha opened his account for the Red Devils with a spectacular 24th-minute strike, curling a precise right-footed effort into the bottom corner after receiving a through ball from Casemiro. Ten minutes later, Casemiro doubled the advantage when his long-range attempt deflected off Brighton’s Yasin Ayari, leaving goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen helpless.
Bryan Mbeumo appeared to seal the victory in the 61st minute, squeezing a low shot between Lewis Dunk’s legs and past Verbruggen at the near post. However, Brighton refused to surrender quietly.
Former United striker Danny Welbeck reduced the deficit with a sensational free-kick from 30 yards, registering his seventh career goal against his former club. The drama intensified when teenage substitute Charalampos Kostoulas headed home in stoppage time, narrowing the gap to just one goal.
Just as nerves threatened to overwhelm Old Trafford, Mbeumo struck again deep into injury time, emphatically finishing to secure all three points and complete his brace.
The victory marked United’s first time winning three consecutive Premier League matches in the same season since February 2024, providing significant relief for manager Ruben Amorim. The result also ended Brighton’s impressive run of three straight wins at Old Trafford.
The match was not without controversy, as Brighton protested that Luke Shaw had fouled Georginio Rutter in the buildup to Mbeumo’s first goal, though referee Anthony Taylor dismissed their appeals.
This crucial victory propels United’s campaign forward while demonstrating their resilience under mounting pressure.
