“It’s disappointing and I’m quite frustrated, especially by the second-half performance,” said Dario Vidosic after his team, Brighton & Hove Albion, drew 1-1 with Manchester United on May 2, 2026. Lea Schuller’s stoppage-time equaliser was crucial for Manchester United, as it salvaged a point that could impact their Champions League hopes.
The match took place at Leigh Sports Village, where the atmosphere was electric. Fans witnessed a hard-fought battle, with Jelena Cankovic scoring Brighton’s first Women’s Super League goal at Manchester United. This draw further dented United’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League.
Before this match, Manchester United aimed to climb back into the top three of the league standings. However, they have struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five league matches. As Marc Skinner, head coach of Manchester United, noted, “If we provide the right service, Schuller will score goals.” Yet they couldn’t capitalize on several opportunities.
Brighton has been in impressive form lately. They recently defeated league leaders Manchester City and Champions League holders Arsenal. Vidosic commented on his team’s performance: “We can’t be at that level only for 45 minutes and expect to win.” His frustration was palpable as his side missed out on securing all three points.
The draw leaves Manchester United one point behind third-placed Arsenal but with three games in hand. Meanwhile, Brighton will prepare for their next challenge against Arsenal in the Women’s Super League and an FA Cup semi-final against Liverpool.
In this match, Leah Galton made her final appearance for Manchester United—a poignant moment for both her and the club. The fans will remember her contributions fondly as she embarks on a new chapter in her career.
As both teams look ahead, the stakes remain high. For Manchester United, each game is crucial in their pursuit of Champions League qualification.
