Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Manchester United: 5 talking points 

#3 Jose Izquierdo and Anthony Knockaert counter-attacked with flair

Knockaert took United on

When a side is set up to defend, it's important to have a couple of figures ready to pounce on the opposition losing possession and attempt to take advantage of a retreating defence. That is exactly what wingers Izquierdo and Knockaert did on Friday, using their pace to peel away from desperate fullbacks Darmian and Young.

Knockaert, in particular, was outstanding on the break, deploying his quick feet to dribble past United's players one on one and advancing towards the byline with real purpose.

Izquierdo's effort sealed the result as he managed to get into some space on the left wing against a struggling Darmian and although his cross was blocked, it still managed to find a way into the penalty area for Gross to attack.

The duo had an immense role to play in scripting United's downfall and ultimately securing their own future in the Premier League.