Shea Lacey opens scoring in Manchester United-Brighton

In the seventh minute of the League Cup, on 16 September 2026 at 21:00, the stadium saw Shea Lacey open the scoring for Manchester United‑Brighton, after a corner conceded by Noussair Mazraoui, under the supervision of referee Farai Hallam. The match date is 16/09/2026.

First half and opening the score

In the seventh minute, Shea Lacey, receiving a corner conceded by Noussair Mazraoui, heads the ball for Manchester United, opening the score against Brighton. The assist comes from Youri Tielemans, who delivers the cross from the right side. Referee Farai Hallam validates the goal without dispute.

Match progression and statistics

Two minutes later, Mason Mount doubles the lead with a right‑footed strike inside the box, taking the score to 2‑0. Marcus Rashford attempts a right‑footed shot from outside, but Brighton’s goalkeeper saves it. A corner for Brighton in the 23rd minute produces no notable chance.

Free‑kicks punctuate the first half: in the 10th minute, Shea Lacey benefits from a free kick in the opponent’s half, while Benjamin Sesko earns a free kick in the 16th minute in his own half. No shots on target are recorded before halftime.

The line‑ups show a 4‑2‑3‑1 for Manchester United under the direction of Mr Carrick and a 3‑4‑2‑1 for Brighton led by Mr Hürzeler. Among the starters are K. Darlow, N. Mazraoui, A. Heaven, L. Yoro, J. Dalot, A. Nascimento dos Santos, Y. Tielemans, M. Rashford, M. Mount, S. Lacey and B. Šeško.

The statistics show a dominant possession for Manchester United at 70 % versus 30 % for Brighton. The total passes amount to 514 for United and 68 for Brighton, while shots on target remain at zero for both sides.

The 2‑0 result leaves Manchester United at the top of the League Cup tie, consolidating its advantage in the match. Supporters can follow the highlights live thanks to live commentary broadcast from the stadium.