Manchester United lose 3-2 to Brighton, crash out of League Cup
Manchester United suffered a 3-2 defeat against Brighton in the League Cup, marking their second consecutive home loss. Manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure as the team struggles with poor form and recruitment criticisms early in the season.
Why it matters
The performance of a major global football club like Manchester United has significant implications for the sports industry and the financial stability of the club's management.
Brighton come from two goals down to win 3-2 at Old Trafford, to shock Manchester United as slow start continues.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Bruno Fernandes (right) of Manchester United reacts to the team's loss at the Carabao Cup third round match against Brighton on Wednesday [Molly Darlington/Getty Images] By AFP Published On 16 Sep 2026 16 Sep 2026 Manchester United’s problems mounted as they crashed out of the League Cup after blowing a two-goal lead in a stunning 3-2 defeat against Brighton.
Michael Carrick’s side slumped to their second successive home defeat following a wretched collapse in the third round at Old Trafford.
United led through goals from Shea Lacey and Mason Mount inside just 10 minutes on Wednesday.
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