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Brighton stun United in Carabao Cup upset

Source
The GuardianTier 1
By
Will Unwin
Published

Key points

  • Brighton came from 2-0 down to win 3-2 at Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup
  • Pascal Gross frustrated by another slow start; Jason Steele praised the team's character
  • Brighton had won at United last season and showed resilience despite early defensive lapses

AI summary

Brighton pulled off a stunning Carabao Cup upset at Old Trafford, overturning a two-goal deficit to win 3-2. United's slow start proved costly as they conceded twice early on, though Brighton's comeback was built on character and a string of chances that nearly all came off.

Gross lamented another sluggish opening, the third this season, but goalkeeper Steele highlighted the team's belief and quality of performance despite the defensive errors that handed United an early advantage.

Original headline

Manchester United 2-3 Brighton, Coventry 1-3 Aston Villa and more: Carabao Cup clockwatch – live

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