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Manchester United left-backs Shaw and Dorgu absent for Brighton clash

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Manchester United left-backs Shaw and Dorgu absent for Brighton clash

Summary

Manchester United will face Brighton and Hove Albion without Luke Shaw and Patrick Dorgu, their only senior left-backs, for their match on September 16. Shaw is missing due to an ongoing injury and has sat out three consecutive games. Dorgu has been given a rest following their recent defeat in the Manchester derby. Michael Carrick has called up Noussair Mazraoui to fill in for Shaw, while Harry Amass is on the bench. Meanwhile, Youri Tielemans will captain the side in the absence of Bruno Fernandes.

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Status Watch

•Luke Shaw is absent due to injury, missing his third consecutive match.
•Patrick Dorgu has been rested for the clash against Brighton.
•Noussair Mazraoui will start as left-back for the match.
•Harry Amass is on the bench as a backup option.
•Youri Tielemans captains the side in Bruno Fernandes' absence.

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7:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I’ve been told…’: MEN journo confirms why Man Utd man is absent from squad after starting three games this season

What they're saying

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Luke Shaw and Patrick Dorgu, Manchester United’s only senior left-backs in the squad, are missing for tonight’s clash with Brighton and Hove Albion.The Red Devils are currently undergoing their fi...
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