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Follow build-up, team-news, live text and score updates from the third round of the FA Cup including Derby County v Leeds United, Portsmouth v Arsenal, Norwich City v Walsall, Hull City v Blackburn Rovers,
Bruno Fernandes ’ X account was hacked on Sunday evening, prompting Manchester United to warn supporters against engaging with any social media posts. The United captain is not a regular user of the social media platform, with his most recent post before tonight coming in October, celebrating his 300th appearance for the club.
Danny Welbeck haunted Manchester United yet again as Brighton became only the third team in 43 years to knock the Red Devils out of the FA Cup in the third round to the tune of a 2-1 win. The former United striker played his part in the Seagulls taking the lead at Old Trafford and then doubled their advantage with a second half piledriver.
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Man Utd v Brighton: Team news
Kobbie Mainoo starts only his second game of the season for Manchester United, as Casemiro is on the bench. Luke Shaw misses out altogether as interim boss Darren Fletcher makes three changes. The only game Shaw has missed so far this season is the EFL Cup defeat at Grimsby in August.
Zirkzee will be eagerly awaiting a final verdict on United’s next manager. The Dutch international is fighting a losing battle when it comes to earning a call-up for the 2026 World Cup, having not represented his country since November 2024 due to his struggles at United.
Darren Fletcher has hinted he will not be given the Manchester United job for the remainder of the season after his side were dumped out of the FA Cup in the third round by Brighton. The former United midfielder has failed to win either of his games since being named interim boss following Ruben Amorim's sacking on Monday,
Veteran striker Danny Welbeck haunts former club Manchester United again and now calls for an England call-up are only going to rise.