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Manchester United were expected to have it tough against Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday, considering their recent record against the Red Devils.

Despite some questionable refereeing, United emerged 4-2 victors at Old Trafford with Matheus Cunha opening his account for the club while Casemiro got one and Bryan Mbeumo grabbed a brace.

Despite his impressive form, question marks had been raised about the ex-Wolves forward due to his lack of goals and assists up till this point.

And as revealed by the 26-year-old after the game, it had been weighing heavily on his mind. But the wonder strike against the Seagulls will go a long way in helping him rebuild his confidence moving forward.

His teammates were quick to joke about it as soon as he found the back of the net, with the attacking midfielder delighted that he could contribute to a famous win.

“Yeah, finally!,” said the Brazil international in comments relayed by the club website. “Wow. I worked so hard for this. The win for starters, to come in and I’m so happy.

“But of course I want a little bit more contribution and then today’s coming, [but] we win and then...