Man Utd knocked out of League Cup after surrendering two-goal lead
Manchester United lost 3–2 to Brighton at Old Trafford and were knocked out in the third round of the English League Cup after taking a two-goal lead inside 10 minutes. Brighton turned the match around through Charalampos Kostoulas, Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper to reach the fourth round.
Maxim De Cuyper celebrates scoring Brighton's third goal against Manchester United in the third round of the English League Cup at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Sept. 16, 2026. Photo: AP.
Manchester United were knocked out in the third round of the English League Cup after losing 3-2 to Brighton at Old Trafford, despite taking a two-goal lead inside 10 minutes. Shea Lacey and Mason Mount scored for the hosts.
Brighton turned the match around through Charalampos Kostoulas, Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper. VnExpress reported that it was United’s first home defeat after leading by two goals in 50 years. Brighton advanced to the fourth round.
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