Post match review: United 2 - 1 Brentford

That was a much better performance

United staged a comeback at Old Trafford, securing a 2-1 victory over Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

Author - Liam C

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Brentford took the lead through Ethan Pinnock in first-half stoppage time, in a controversial moment that came after the allocated additional time had expired. United were temporarily down to 10 men, with Matthijs de Ligt receiving treatment for a head injury.

Alejandro Garnacho produced a stunning volleyed equaliser shortly after half-time, setting the stage for United's resurgence. Rasmus Højlund then netted his second goal of the season, capping off a brilliant performance and putting United ahead—a lead they held onto for the rest of the match.

Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken made several impressive saves to prevent United from extending their lead, but it was a solid all-around team performance from Erik ten Hag’s side after a challenging start to the season, with many players standing out across the pitch.

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My reaction

There was a huge sense of relief at the end. I keep wondering why we haven't been able to demonstrate more of the second-half fire and urgency in other games this season. We need to get our first win of the Europa League when we travel to Fenerbache before a trip to West Ham on Sunday. 

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