United had finished third in the league that season and already had four FA Cup victories to their name .
Manchester United were the favourites , as Brighton had been relegated from the First Division that season , and had never reached a cup final before .
Manchester United had finished third in the league that season and already had four FA Cup victories to Manchester United 's name .
Manchester United were the favourites , as Brighton had been relegated from the First Division that season , and had never reached a cup final before .