United play Brighton in the FA Cup third round today
United play Brighton in the FA Cup third round today
Manchester United face Brighton this afternoon in a game they need to win if they are to keep their hopes of a trophy alive this season.
fell at the first hurdle in the Carabao Cup to Grimsby Town, and a defeat today would mean they will play just 40 games in all competitions this season.
The Reds come into the game on the back of a 2-2 draw with Burnley on Wednesday, and interim boss Darren Fletcher knows his side cannot afford to be dumped out of the FA Cup this afternoon.
In terms of the team news, there aren't expected to be any new additions to the United matchday squad with Matthijs de Ligt still sidelined by a back injury. despite his Cameroon side being dumped out of the Africa Cup of Nations this week.
Follow the live blog below for updates throughout the day:
How to watch
The game will be televised live on TNT Sports. Coverage starts at 3.30pm on TNT Sports 2 ahead of kick-off at 4.30pm.
If you don't have access to TNT Sports then stick with us for the best analysis and updates.
Hello and welcome to our live blog of United's FA Cup third round clash with Brighton.
It's a must-win game for United as they look to keep their chances of a trophy alive this season. With no European football at Old Trafford this campaign, the Premier League title well out of reach and an early Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby Town, the FA Cup is the only realistic chance of silverware for United this season.
Today is a big game for United and we'll have build-up, updates and reaction from Old Trafford.