Lea Schuller scored a stoppage-time equaliser to secure a 1-1 draw for Manchester United against Brighton & Hove Albion on May 2, 2026. This match took place at Leigh Sports Village and could significantly impact Manchester United’s Champions League hopes.
Jelena Cankovic opened the scoring for Brighton, marking their first Women’s Super League goal at this venue. The match saw Manchester United struggling, with only one win in their last five league matches.
Key match statistics:
- Final score: 1-1
- Goals: Schuller (Manchester United), Cankovic (Brighton)
- Manchester United is one point behind third-placed Arsenal but has three games in hand.
Dario Vidosic, head coach of Brighton, expressed frustration about his team’s performance. “It’s disappointing and I’m quite frustrated, especially by the second-half performance,” he said. Meanwhile, Marc Skinner emphasized the potential of Schuller, stating, “If we provide the right service, Schuller will score goals.”
Brighton has shown resilience recently, defeating league leaders Manchester City and Champions League holders Arsenal. They will next face Arsenal again in the Women’s Super League.
This match also marked Leah Galton’s final appearance for Manchester United. The team now looks ahead to crucial fixtures as they strive for a Champions League spot.
The next challenge for Brighton involves an FA Cup semi-final against Liverpool. Both teams are under pressure as the season approaches its climax.
