Manchester United return to FA Cup action on Sunday afternoon as they welcome Brighton to Old Trafford for a third round tie that arrives at a moment of transition for the home side.
Manchester United v Brighton will will be shown live on TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports 2 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with live streaming also available via Bet365 & discovery+. Kick off at 4.30pm GMT on Sunday 11 January 2026 at Old Trafford.
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One of United’s standout performances earlier in the season came in October, when they recorded an impressive 4-2 Premier League victory over Brighton.
That result was widely viewed as a high point of life under Ruben Amorim, who departed the club on Monday, bringing his spell in charge to an abrupt end.
Responsibility for Sunday’s cup tie now falls to interim manager Darren Fletcher, who will be hoping to recreate that attacking display against the Seagulls.
Fletcher took charge for the first time in midweek and was unfortunate not to begin his tenure with a win.
United dominated their Premier League trip to Burnley on Wednesday night, registering 30 shots compared to just seven for the hosts.
Even so, defensive lapses proved costly and Fletcher’s side had to settle for a 2-2 draw, a result that summed up a season defined by promise mixed with frustration.
Brighton arrive in Manchester carrying their own questions. The Seagulls had enjoyed a strong recent record at Old Trafford, winning on each of their three previous visits before losing there earlier this season. They also produced a commendable performance in midweek, earning a 1-1 draw away at Manchester City.
That result showed resilience, yet victories have been difficult to secure of late for Fabian Hurzeler’s side. Brighton have recorded just one win in their last eight matches, a home success against relegation threatened Burnley, and consistency has been elusive throughout the campaign.
Away from home, Brighton’s form has been up and down. They have won only two of their 11 league fixtures on the road this season, with one of those coming under unusual circumstances at Chelsea following an early red card. Those numbers highlight the scale of the task facing them at Old Trafford.
Hurzeler is expected to rotate his squad for the FA Cup, offering opportunities to fringe players as Brighton balance domestic priorities.
That approach could play into United’s hands, particularly if the hosts are able to reproduce the intensity and control shown at Turf Moor.
With Fletcher looking to steady the ship and Brighton still searching for rhythm, this third round tie promises an entertaining contest. U
United will expect another strong performance to carry them into the fourth round, while Brighton will aim to defy their away form and remind everyone of their ability to rise to the occasion.
