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In Photos: Manchester United throw away two-goal lead to lose 3-2 against Brighton

Updated On: 17 September, 2026 02:12 PM IST | Atharva Upasani

Manchester United was booed at Old Trafford after it fell to a third defeat of the season, and the second in as many games, following Sunday's loss to Manchester City (Pics: AFP)

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Manchester United threw away a two goal lead against Brighton (Pic: AFP)
Manchester United threw away a two goal lead against Brighton (Pic: AFP)
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United led 2-0 after 10 minutes through quickfire goals from Shea Lacey and Mason Mount as the Red Devils started off well
United led 2-0 after 10 minutes through quickfire goals from Shea Lacey and Mason Mount as the Red Devils started off well
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But Brighton launched a stunning comeback with Charalampos Kostoulas pulling one back before halftime. Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper secured victory after the break.
But Brighton launched a stunning comeback with Charalampos Kostoulas pulling one back before halftime. Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper secured victory after the break.
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Defeat means United has suffered elimination from the League Cup at the earliest stage for the second season in a row after being knocked out by fourth-tier Grimsby last year
Defeat means United has suffered elimination from the League Cup at the earliest stage for the second season in a row after being knocked out by fourth-tier Grimsby last year
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"We had the game exactly where we wanted it and let it get away from us in a big way. We can't accept that as a group. I take responsibility for it." United coach Michael Carrick said
"We had the game exactly where we wanted it and let it get away from us in a big way. We can't accept that as a group. I take responsibility for it." United coach Michael Carrick said
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United has only won two of six games in all competitions and only once in the Premier League
United has only won two of six games in all competitions and only once in the Premier League

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