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Manchester United fell to Brighton 2-1 away from home to puncture their positive early-season momentum after just one game in the league. It was a story of missed chances, remarkably bad luck, and defensive breakdowns as United let go of a game they arguably could, and should have won. Erik ten Hag and his coaching staff rolled the dice and used all five substitutes as well, with Joshua Zirkzee, in particular, coming on at half-time to replace a presumably injured Mason Mount. However, one substitute has been accused by Joe Cole of costing his team because he “probably wants out” and the club …

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