Overview

• United conceded twice in the opening 20 minutes, Benjamin Sesko scored his first goal for the club, and Bruno Fernandes had a potential equaliser saved from the spot by Caoimhín Kelleher before Mathias Jensen sealed it late.
• Analysts highlighted United’s exposed midfield pivot and Brentford’s deliberate overloads, with Keith Andrews explaining how his side targeted central areas against Ruben Amorim’s setup.
• The result leaves United 14th with seven points from six matches and an eight‑game league winless run away from home, while Amorim’s Premier League record stands at nine wins in 33.
• Amorim said he is "not here to protect the players" and lamented that United "played the game of Brentford," insisting he remains focused on winning the next match against Sunderland.
• Reports describe a roughly £12m payout to dismiss Amorim and claim approaches to possible successors including Gareth Southgate, while BBC and other outlets say club leaders continue to back the manager.