Merson said: "Manchester United performed very well against Liverpool. They have won 3 of the last 4 games, but this game is still very tricky for Amorim's team. Brighton easily won this matchup at Old Trafford last year. The real level of Manchester United It remains to be seen. If they win this game, it will be a very good result."
"Amorim's bold decision to leave Sheszko on the bench against Liverpool worked well but I don't think he will do that again because Brighton don't. Like Liverpool, they may opt for a deeper defensive shape. I’m not sure Cunha can stretch the defense with his movement like he did against Van Dijk and Konat last time out. "
"I know Amorim likes Mount very much, but I will be shocked if Sheshko doesn't start this game, because this game is very suitable for a tall forward like him. I don't think Manchester United can win this game, I predict a 1-1 draw. "
At the same time, Newcastle star Alan Shearer also holds the same view and believes that Manchester United will have to accept a draw on Saturday.
Alan Shearer said in an interview with The Metro: "This game is difficult to predict. Manchester United defeated Liverpool at Anfield last week, and Brighton also deservedly defeated Newcastle. Brighton is a very organized and good team that can create chances. I also predict a draw, which is not a bad result for both teams."
A few weeks ago, the outside world was still speculating whether Amorin would be fired, but now Manchester United has ushered in his first consecutive Premier League victory since he coached. Their outstanding performance in defeating Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield last weekend gave fans renewed hope that Amorim can finally lead the team on a stable upward trajectory.