"With the club hierarchy weighing up potential long-term replacements, another former Manchester United figure, Darren Fletcher, took temporary charge for Wednesday's four-goal draw at Turf Moor. Fletcher's first match as caretaker saw a revitalised Benjamin Sesko score his first Premier League brace, but defensive lapses, including an Ayden Heaven own goal and a long-range strike from Jaidon Anthony, denied United all three points."
"Brighton arrive at Old Trafford seeking to write another chapter in their steady rise through English football, having transformed from Championship contenders into regular challengers for European qualification. The Seagulls reached the FA Cup final in 1983, losing to United in a replay, and have since developed a strong record in the third round, progressing from 14 of their last 16 ties at this stage."
Manchester United host Brighton at Old Trafford in the FA Cup third round while the club searches for a long-term manager. Darren Fletcher is acting as caretaker after the Ruben Amorim departure. United drew 2-2 at Burnley with Benjamin Sesko scoring a Premier League brace, but defensive errors and an Ayden Heaven own goal cost victory. United have not exited the competition at this stage since 2013-14. Brighton have risen from Championship contenders into regular European challengers and possess a strong third-round record after reaching 14 of their last 16 ties. Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo returned from injury; Matthijs de Ligt remains absent.
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