Manchester United delivered their most convincing performance of the season, dismantling Brighton and Hove Albion 3-0 under the floodlights at Old Trafford on Saturday night. Goals from Matheus Cunha, Casemiro, and Bryan Mbeumo sealed a commanding victory that not only extended United’s winning streak to three games but also eased growing pressure on manager Ruben Amorim.
After turbulent weeks marked by speculation about Amorim’s job security, this result couldn’t have come at a better time. The Red Devils, fresh off their statement win at Anfield against Liverpool, played with confidence and cohesion rarely seen in recent months. Amorim’s men came flying out of the gates, dominating possession and pressing high from the first whistle.
Their persistence paid off in the 24th minute when Matheus Cunha latched onto a clever pass from Casemiro and fired home from the edge of the box, sending the home fans into raptures. The Brazilian midfielder, who has rediscovered his form under Amorim, then doubled United’s lead 10 minutes later — though a heavy deflection off Brighton’s Ayari helped the ball past Verbruggen.
By halftime, Old Trafford was rocking, with United’s energy and tempo proving too much for Brighton. The visitors, who came into the game unbeaten in their last five matches, struggled to cope with the intensity of United’s front line. Amad Diallo and Benjamin Sesko stretched the Brighton defense throughout, while captain Bruno Fernandes orchestrated play with his trademark creativity in what was his 300th appearance for the club.
Any hopes of a Brighton comeback were dashed just past the hour mark when Mbeumo — a summer signing who has quickly become a fan favorite — smashed home United’s third after a smart assist from Sesko. The Cameroonian’s precise finish between Lewis Dunk’s legs put the result beyond doubt and sent the Stretford End into a celebratory chorus.
For Amorim, this emphatic victory could prove pivotal. After back-to-back wins against Sunderland and Liverpool, a third consecutive triumph not only lifts United up the Premier League standings but also strengthens the Portuguese tactician’s hold on his position. With belief restored and momentum building, Manchester United finally look ready to turn their season around — and Amorim might just have earned himself a much-needed reprieve.
— **FP Sports Desk**
