It is 34 years since Brighton contested a League fixture at Manchester United, a 1-1 draw in March 1983. Two months later, United beat Brighton 4-0 in the FA Cup final replay.
Times have changed, but Chris Hughton’s current side travel to Old Trafford on Saturday in buoyant mood.
According to Brighton winger Solly March, the reason they have risen to ninth in the Premier League in their first season back in the top flight is simple. They have no fear. The opportunity to play at an ‘iconic’ stadium like Old Trafford is one to seize.