Manchester United finished their Premier League season with a victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, winning 2-0.

In a bittersweet victory, Diogo Dalot of Manchester United celebrated scoring their first goal during the Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion at the American Express Community Stadium on May 19, 2024, in Brighton, England.

Despite their 2-0 win, Manchester United failed to secure European football for the upcoming season. This disappointing outcome marks their lowest league finish since the formation of the Premier League in 1992. To have a chance at competing in Europe next season, United must now defeat Manchester City in the FA Cup Final at Wembley next weekend.

On the other hand, Brighton & Hove Albion find themselves in search of a new manager following the departure of Roberto De Zerbi at the end of the season. The club will now focus on rebuilding after finishing in 11th place, with rumors swirling about interest from top European clubs like Bayern Munich and Juventus.

United’s hopes of securing European football rested on finishing seventh in the league, but their fate was ultimately in the hands of Newcastle, who were facing Brentford. Unfortunately for United, Eddie Howe’s side emerged victorious with a 4-2 win, dashing any hopes of a higher league position.

Although Diogo Dalot’s goal in the 73rd minute provided a moment of celebration for United, it ultimately had little impact on their overall standing in the Premier League table. Throughout the match, United struggled to assert control, but Rasmus Hojlund’s impressive solo effort in the dying minutes boosted their spirits ahead of the crucial cup clash against City.

The future of United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, hangs in the balance as the disappointment of the season weighs heavily. His hopes of salvaging a lackluster campaign now rest on the outcome of the upcoming cup final.