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Journalist Henry Winter has quipped that Manchester United should just sign ‘goal machine’ Pascal Gross in order to put an end to his unrelenting record against them.
Last night, the German added to his tally of eight goals in the 18 matches he’s played against United.
🗣️ " I don't even know where to start with him" (Pascal Groß) "He was head and shoulders the best player on the pitch" 👏 Brighton's Jason Steele was full of praise for 35-year-old Pascal Groß after their 3-2 comeback win vs Man United#ITVFootball | @gabrielclarke05 pic.twitter.com/VlCXEv3RMn — ITV Football (@itvfootball) September 16, 2026
Pascal Gross haunts United once again
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“It would save Manchester United considerable pain if they just signed Pascal Gross,” said Winter on Twitter/X.
It would save Manchester United considerable pain if they just signed Pascal Gross. The Brighton & Hove Albion player keeps scoring against them. The Seagoal has scored against United teams managed by Mourinho, Solskjaer, Rangnick, Ten Hag and now Carrick. Eight goals so far in… — Henry Winter (@henrywinter) September 17, 2026
Gross’ contribution levelled the Carabao Cup tie between the Red Devils and Brighton and Hove Albion in the 65th minute, before the latter were able to take the lead for the first time just five minutes later.
Remarkably, it came after United had established a two-goal lead inside 10 minutes of the clash, which they went on to squander with the dismal performance that followed.
Of course, signing 35-year-old Gross isn’t the answer to United’s problems, but last night’s affairs will undoubtedly have left INEOS scratching their heads over what they keep getting so wrong.
How did United’s attack fare?
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Shea Lacey of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford on September 16, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)
£148 million was shelled out to rebuild the midfield this summer, as well as £194.8m (upfront) to bolster the frontline last year via the additions of Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha.
None of the players were able to get on the scoresheet last night, with United’s two goals coming courtesy of 19-year-old Shea Lacey, who was making his full debut, and Mason Mount.
SHEA LACEY ON HIS FIRST START!!! 🔴🌟 What a hit from the 19-year-old to open the scoring for Man Utd! pic.twitter.com/Ex2ceXaUge — Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) September 16, 2026
After the two quickfire strikes, United offered little to no attacking threat for the majority of the clash.
The same can also be said for last weekend’s Manchester derby loss, where Michael Carrick’s side failed to even find the back of Gianluigi Donnarumma’s net despite being up against 10 men since the 23rd minute when Phil Foden was sent off.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Mason Mount of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team’s second goal with teammates during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford on September 16, 2026 in Manchester, England.
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