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Shea Lacey debuts for Manchester United in League Cup defeat to Brighton

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Shea Lacey debuts for Manchester United in League Cup defeat to Brighton

Summary

In a League Cup match on September 16, Manchester United faced Brighton and Hove Albion. The 19-year-old Shea Lacey opened the scoring for United early in the match. However, Brighton equalized and eventually took the lead, eliminating United from the League Cup for the second consecutive season. Lacey performed well, recording 84 percent passing accuracy and contributing defensively. His performance has drawn praise from pundit Ian Paul Joy, who remarked that Lacey could be a significant player for the team moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester United lost to Brighton in the League Cup on September 16
•Shea Lacey scored in his debut but United conceded three goals
•Brighton eliminated United in the first round for the second straight year
•Lacey received positive reviews for his overall performance
•United will look to improve ahead of their next league match against Fulham

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What they're saying

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While the rest of the first-team should be taking a look in the mirror following their dismal performances, Shea Lacey is one player who can hold his head high today.The 19-year-old was given the nod ...
— Yahoo Sports

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