Match statistics snapshot
- Manchester United created the clearer chances on xG (1.29 vs 1.12, Δ 0.17).
- Brighton fired more attempts (17 vs 13 shots).
- Manchester United was more accurate in front of goal (69% on target vs 29%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Manchester United | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 1.29Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.12 |
| 2 | Offsides | 2 |
| 7 | Shots inside the box | 10Lead |
| 3 |
| Shots off target |
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| 8Lead |
| 9Lead | Shots on target | 5 |
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| 6 | Shots outside the box | 7Lead |
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| 13 | Total shots | 17Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Manchester United | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 44% | Ball possession | 56%Lead |
| 82% | Pass accuracy | 85%Lead |
| 361 | Accurate passes | 485Lead |
| 442 | Total passes | 568Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Manchester United | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corner kicks | 6Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Manchester United | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 4Lead |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 5Lead |
| -0.96 | Goals prevented | -0.96 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Manchester United | Statistic | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Fouls | 13 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 2 |