André Onana was a starter in goal, while new signing Noussair Mazraoui impressed at right-back. Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martínez were positioned in the center of defense, with Diogo Dalot at left-back.
«The Manchester United started the season with a home win against Fulham, aligning with Erik ten Hag’s preferred 4-2-3-1 formation.»
Against a Brighton side that seemed convincing in a comfortable away win on the first matchday against Everton, this will be a different test for Ten Hag’s team.
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