Overview
- Igor Thiago struck twice before halftime to make it four and five goals for Brentford this season.
- Bruno Fernandes saw a second-half penalty saved by Caoimhin Kelleher with United chasing the game at the Gtech Community Stadium.
- Benjamin Sesko scored late for Manchester United, his first goal since joining from RB Leipzig.
- Manchester United’s push for consecutive Premier League wins for the first time since May 2024 was halted.
- United were without Amad Diallo (personal), Noussair Mazraoui (injury), Casemiro (suspension) and Lisandro Martinez (knee), while Brentford’s victory highlighted adaptation after the exits of Thomas Frank, Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa.