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Sun 07 August 2022 | 15:18

Ten Hag era begins with Brighton’s first-ever win at Old Trafford

A good pre-season made Man United fans optimistic about their team's future as Eric ten Hag replaced Ralf Ragnick this summer to start a new era. However, a 2-1 defeat reminded them of the same issues they had before, making the ten Hag era begins in a chastening fashion

Brighton and Hove Albion

started the Premier League in fashion with a

2-1 victory

over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Red Devils struggled to cope with Brighton's fluidity as

Pascal Gross

scored twice in the first half. Danny Welbeck inspired the opener with half an hour played, providing the assist for Gross as the German added another goal to his name nine minutes later,  beating Fred to a rebound and converting after David de Gea parried Solly March's shot.

 

Cristiano Ronaldo

came in to replace Fred in the 53rd minute, making a difference for

the Red Devils

in the second half. The Portugal striker did lay a great chance for Marcus Rashford before the English striker was denied at point-blank range by Robert Sanchez.

However, an error by Brighton's goalkeeper pulled one back for United, putting Mac Allister off as he tried to clear off the line. However, Brighton held on for a

first-ever win at Old Trafford

as United's late flurry failed to produce an equalizer.

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