Manchester United secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Brighton and Hove Albion on the final day of the Premier League season, played at the Amex Stadium on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The match drew an attendance of 31,729 fans, and with this win, United finished third in the league, while Brighton's eighth-place finish allowed them to qualify for the Conference League.

Bruno Fernandes Shines

Bruno Fernandes was the standout performer for Manchester United, breaking the Premier League assists record during the match. He set up the opening goal for Patrick Dorgu with a corner that was powerfully headed in, crashing off the underside of the crossbar in the 33rd minute. Fernandes later added a goal of his own shortly after halftime, which was initially ruled offside but was overturned by VAR, marking his 21st assist of the season and surpassing the records previously held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.

Dominant Display from United

Manchester United showcased their attacking prowess throughout the match, with quick passing leading to Bryan Mbeumo's goal just before halftime, assisted by Amad Diallo. United's clinical performance under manager Michael Carrick, who achieved 12 wins in 17 games, ensured a comfortable victory as they dominated the match.

Brighton, who began the day in seventh place with hopes of a Champions League spot, ultimately finished eighth and will look forward to their first European campaign since 2023. Despite the loss, they can take pride in their season's accomplishments.