Brighton vs Manchester Utd final score, result (FA Cup): Seagulls pay penalty

Brighton vs Manchester Utd Highlights

In a dramatic fashion, Manchester United defeated Brighton & Hove Albion on penalties to bring themselves one step closer to winning a domestic double. They have secured a spot in the FA Cup final against Manchester City, after a goalless draw following extra time. During the shootout, Brighton's Solly March was the only player to miss, sending his shot high over the crossbar and into the Albion fans behind the goal. This gave Man United's Victor Lindelof the opportunity to score and lift United to the final. Despite Brighton dominating possession, the chances were even between the teams. Marcus Rashford came close to scoring for United in the first period of extra time, but his shot was brilliantly saved by Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.

David de Gea, United's goalkeeper and Spanish compatriot of Sanchez, was also crucial in the match, making several key saves, including stopping Alexis Mac Allister's free-kick in the opening minutes.

Brighton vs Manchester Utd Highlights

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After 120 minutes of play, the match went to a penalty shootout, which saw both teams showing admirable composure. However, March's miss gave United the advantage and they now have the opportunity to add to the Carabao Cup trophy they lifted in February. They will face their city rivals, Manchester City, who beat Sheffield United 3-0 in the first semifinal on Saturday, in the final on June 3.

Brighton vs Manchester Utd Summary

Manchester United have reached the FA Cup final for the 21st time, equalling a record, after a tense penalty shoot-out win over Brighton & Hove Albion. They will face their rivals Manchester City in the showpiece event of the competition.

United's manager, Erik ten Hag, demanded a positive response from his players following a humiliating defeat at Sevilla in midweek. However, Brighton dominated the opening half-hour, with David de Gea making some crucial saves to keep United in the game. United had the closest chance to score in the first half, with Bruno Fernandes firing a low strike narrowly wide of the far post.

Brighton vs Manchester Utd Summary

In the second half, United emerged desperate to take control of the game, but it was Brighton who looked more dangerous in the final third. Both sides had chances to score, but neither defence wilted under pressure. The game went into extra time, where Robert Sánchez made a brilliant save to deny Marcus Rashford.

With no breakthrough in extra time, the game was settled by a penalty shoot-out. Both teams were faultless from their first six spot-kicks, but Solly March missed Brighton's seventh penalty, allowing Victor Lindelöf to score the winning penalty for United.

This victory means that United have reached the FA Cup final for the 21st time, equalling the record set by Arsenal. They will now face Manchester City in the showpiece event of the competition.

Flashscore Man of the Match: David de Gea (Manchester United)

Brighton vs Manchester Utd final score

Brighton vs Manchester Utd confirmed line-ups

Brighton vs Manchester Utd confirmed line-ups

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