Danny Welbeck has once again proven to be a thorn in Manchester United’s side, setting a unique record by becoming the first former Red Devil to score five Premier League goals against his former club.
The striker achieved this milestone during Brighton’s clash with United at the AMEX Stadium, marking another memorable moment in his long career.
Welbeck opened the scoring for Brighton with a well-taken goal, finishing off a pinpoint pass from Kaoru Mitoma.
Welbeck’s 100th club goal caps record-breaking night
This goal was not just another goal for the 32-year-old, but the 100th goal of his club career. Since leaving Manchester United in 2014, Welbeck has scored consistently against his former team, more times than any other former United player.
In addition to this remarkable record, Welbeck’s goal further cements his status as a reliable Premier League striker. He has scored in each of the last 15 Premier League seasons, demonstrating his enduring quality at the top level.
Welbeck scored 29 goals in 142 games for Manchester United before moving to Arsenal, where he added a further 32 goals in 126 games. His career also took him to Sunderland, Watford and Preston, and he is now continuing to shine at Brighton.
Brighton will be looking to maintain this momentum in their upcoming fixtures, starting with an EFL Cup tie against Crawley Town on Tuesday. They then face Arsenal at the Emirates in what promises to be another thrilling Premier League encounter.
