Brighton vs Manchester United TV and live stream guide (May 24, 2026) — how to watch in the USA

Who, what and when: Brighton host Manchester United at the Amex Stadium on Matchday 38 of the 2025/26 Premier League season, kick-off 11am ET / 8am PT on Saturday, May 24, 2026. The game is available to viewers in the United States via Peacock Premium and NBCSN. This is the latest TV and streaming guide with match context and squad notes.

Why it matters

Brighton arrive with everything to play for — a win would secure European football next season (a Europa League berth, per the source). Manchester United have already locked up third place and a return to the Champions League, meaning the visitors travel with less pressure but a desire to finish the campaign positively. That difference in motivation frames this final-day fixture as unpredictable despite United’s standing.

How to watch in the USA

Television and streaming: The match will be shown on Peacock Premium and NBCSN in the United States. Peacock offers live matches and on-demand soccer content across devices; the source lists a Peacock subscription price of $10.99/month for access to live matches and studio shows.

Watching abroad: The source notes that fans travelling outside the US may need a VPN (for example, NordVPN) to access their usual streaming service.

Match context and tactical points

Brighton have built a strong home record this season and have lost only three times at the Amex. Their home form — including four wins in their last five at the ground, according to the source — will be central as they push for a result that guarantees European qualification. The source characterises Brighton’s style as fluid, attacking and high-intensity pressing, which should make for an attacking contest.

Manchester United are on a strong run themselves, having won four of their last five league matches. With third place secured, manager Michael Carrick can afford to rotate; United’s efficiency in attack and creative influence from Bruno Fernandes are highlighted as potential match-defining elements.

Squad news and projected lineups (source projections)

Brighton face selection headaches with several absences noted by the source. Kaoru Mitoma and Adam Webster are ruled out and Mats Wieffer is a doubt. Manager Fabian Hürzeler is expected to adapt his side around those issues.

Manchester United can rotate after securing third place; the source lists Benjamin Šeško and Matthijs de Ligt as unavailable. Carrick may hand starts to squad players while protecting key men ahead of the close of the season.

• Kick-off: 11am ET / 8am PT, Saturday, May 24, 2026
• Where to watch (US): Peacock Premium and NBCSN
• What’s at stake: Brighton need three points to secure Europa League qualification; United have already clinched third place
• Brighton absences reported: Kaoru Mitoma and Adam Webster ruled out; Mats Wieffer doubtful
• United absences reported: Benjamin Šeško and Matthijs de Ligt unavailable
• Peacock subscription price listed in source: $10.99/month

Head-to-head and recent trends

The source notes a tight recent history between the clubs: Brighton have won three of the last five meetings across all competitions and matches between the sides have tended to produce goals, with both teams scoring in four consecutive meetings. Brighton and United split earlier encounters this season, each claiming a win.

What happens next

Fans in the US should tune to Peacock or NBCSN for live coverage. Confirm final team selections and any late injury updates with the clubs’ official channels before kick-off. The result will determine whether Brighton secure European football; United’s confirmed Champions League place means they can approach the game with selection flexibility.