This Nicolas Jackson goal vs Brighton (VIDEO BELOW) was the only goal scored by Chelsea in the whole month of September 2023, and gave some much needed relief to Pochettino’s men as they edged the Seagulls 1-0 in their midweek League Cup clash. The Jackson Carabao Cup goal came in the 50th minute and was the difference between the two sides at the final whistle
Brighton
xG Man Utd vs Brighton September 2023 Attendance 73,592 | Expected Goals Match Stats MUFC 1-3 BHAFC
Here is a look at the xG (expected goals) stats from Manchester United vs Brighton (Crowd attendance of 73,592 at Old Trafford on 16 September, 2023)
A shock 3-1 loss for Man United at home. United had more shots but only 4/14 for them were on target, but 8 of Brighton’s 10 shots were on target. More than half of United’s shots were from one player alone- Marcus Rashford.
xG Man United 0.83-1.62 Brighton shots map (Actual score MUN 1-3 BHA)
0-1 Welbeck goal vs Man United xG 0.46
0-2 Gross goal vs Man U xG 0.13
0-3 Joao Pedro goal vs Man Utd xG 0.10
1-3 Hannibal Mejri goal v Brighton xG 0.04
Ansu Fati 90+3′ chance vs Man United xG 0.54 (saved by Onana)
Man United vs Brighton 1-3 Match Stats for comparison
(MUFC stats on left; BHAFC on right)
Great First Touch & Finish Video Jarrod Bowen goal vs Brighton 2023- Counter attack
This Jarrod Bowen goal vs Brighton (OFFICIAL VIDEO BELOW) was a lovely piece of skill from the England winger, showing a fantastic first touch to control Said Benrahma’s cross and then a beautiful nonchalant finish. Nice counter attack from West Ham, with Antonio and Benrahma both playing pivotal roles. Bowen was literally in his own box when the move started and ran the length of the pitch!