Brighton & Hove Albion produced a memorable comeback at Old Trafford, recovering from two goals down to beat Manchester United 3-2 in the Carabao Cup third round.
United appeared to be in control after Shea Lacey and Mason Mount scored inside the opening ten minutes. Brighton responded before half-time through Charalampos Kostoulas, giving the visitors a route back into the tie.
The turnaround was completed in the second half. Pascal Gross equalised in the 65th minute before Maxim De Cuyper scored four minutes later to put Brighton ahead. The Seagulls then held on to secure their place in the next round.
A major away result for the Seagulls
The victory was particularly notable because Manchester United had not lost a home match after taking a two-goal lead for 50 years. It also continued Brighton’s impressive recent record at Old Trafford.
For supporters across Brighton and Hove, the result provides an early-season cup highlight and keeps the club’s hopes of a domestic trophy alive. Brighton will now await the outcome of the Manchester City versus Norwich City tie to learn their next opponent.
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Published 17 September 2026.
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