Brentford face Manchester United in a crucial Premier League clash on Saturday evening, with an 8:00 pm kickoff. Thomas Frank’s Bees are in desperate need of a turnaround in form to avoid slipping further into the relegation battle. With just three wins and a draw in their last 18 matches, Brentford’s defensive frailties have been a major concern, despite their ability to play attractive football. Recent games have seen plenty of goals, with both teams scoring in five of their last six matches, and with Manchester United visiting this weekend, it looks set to be another high-scoring affair.
Manchester United, meanwhile, are showing signs of improvement in form, particularly away from home where they’ve secured three wins in their last four outings, the only loss coming against Manchester City. United enter this game with confidence, following a thrilling 4-3 FA Cup quarterfinal victory over Liverpool, which should give them momentum. Having scored 20 goals in their last nine matches, they’ve been a threat in attack, and they’ll be keen to continue their good run as they face a struggling Brentford side.
Manchester United vs Brentford: Important H2H Stats
As we look ahead to this Premier League clash at Old Trafford, the head-to-head (H2H) stats between Manchester United and Brentford offer some interesting insights into how the match could play out.
- Recent H2H Result: The last encounter between these two teams took place on March 30, 2024, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw at Brentford’s home ground. Both teams will be looking to improve on that result as they meet again.
- Key Players:
- Manchester United: Bruno Fernandes has been a pivotal figure for United this season, contributing with 1 assist. His playmaking ability will be crucial in breaking down Brentford’s defense.
- Brentford: Bryan Mbeumo is Brentford’s top scorer this season, netting 6 goals. He will be the main threat for United to contain, given his importance in Brentford’s attack.
- Disciplinary Records:
- Manchester United: Kobbie Mainoo leads the team in yellow cards this season with 4. His aggressive play might be something to watch, especially in a high-stakes match like this.
- Brentford: Bryan Mbeumo has also been on the edge of discipline with 2 yellow cards. If tensions rise, these players could be at risk of further bookings.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- Manchester United: United are most dangerous in the 30-45 minute window, where they’ve scored 40% of their goals this season. Brentford’s defense will need to be especially vigilant during this period.
- Brentford: Conversely, Brentford are most vulnerable in the first 15 minutes, conceding 30.8% of their goals in this early phase. A strong start from Manchester United could spell trouble for the Bees.
- Possession and Corners:
- Manchester United have averaged 52.57% possession this season, indicating they usually control the tempo of the game.
- Brentford, by contrast, have averaged 45.57% possession, suggesting they often adopt a more reactive, counter-attacking style.
- In terms of corners, Manchester United average 6.00 per game, while Brentford average 4.86, highlighting the potential for set-piece opportunities, especially for United.
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS) Stats:
- Manchester United have seen BTTS in only 14.29% of their matches this season, suggesting they often keep clean sheets or dominate games.
- On the other hand, 85.71% of Brentford’s games have seen both teams score, pointing to a high likelihood of goals at both ends when they are involved.
These stats give us a clear picture of each team’s strengths and weaknesses heading into the game, offering valuable insights for those looking to make predictions or place bets. Keep an eye on Bryan Mbeumo’s scoring threat for Brentford and Bruno Fernandes’ creative influence for Manchester United as key factors in this encounter.
Manchester United Vs Brentford Last Match Result and Stats
| Performance Summary | Brentford | Manchester United |
|---|---|---|
| Shots Total | 31 | 11 |
| Shots Blocked | 9 | 2 |
| Shots Inside Box | 24 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 8 |
| Passes Total | 377 | 450 |
| Accurate Passes | 263 | 359 |
| Pass Accuracy % | 69.76 | 79.78 |
| Total Attacks | 91 | 95 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 82 | 37 |
| Fouls | 7 | 14 |
| Corners | 14 | 4 |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Possession Time | 47 | 53 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Saves | 4 | 4 |
| Substitutions | 4 | 5 |
| Goal Kicks | 7 | 17 |
| Goal Attampts | 20 | 10 |
| Free Kicks | 16 | 8 |
| Throw Ins | 14 | 15 |
| Ball Safe | 64 | 81 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Penalties | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 0 | 2 |
Manchester United Vs Brentford Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Manchester United | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 2 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 2 | 1 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 1 |
| Away Draws | 2 | 0 |
| Total Lost | 3 | 3 |
| Home Losses | 2 | 0 |
| Away Losses | 1 | 3 |
| Total Goals For | 5 | 13 |
| Home Goals For | 1 | 11 |
| Away Goals For | 4 | 2 |
| Total Goals Against | 8 | 13 |
| Home Goals Against | 6 | 6 |
| Away Goals Against | 2 | 7 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 4 | 0 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 1 | 0 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 3 | 0 |
| Total Failed To Score | 4 | 1 |
| Home Failed To Score | 2 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 2 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 0.71 | 1.86 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 0.33 | 2.75 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1 | 0.67 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.14 | 1.86 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 1.5 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 0.5 | 2.33 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 61m | 13m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 87m | 19m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 48m | 1m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 23m | 31m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 32m | 13m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 19m | 49m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Manchester United | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| 15-30 | 0 (0%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| 30-45 | 2 (40%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 45-60 | 1 (20%) | 0 (0%) |
| 60-75 | 0 (0%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (40%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Manchester United | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1 (12.5%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| 15-30 | 0 (0%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| 30-45 | 3 (37.5%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (25%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 60-75 | 0 (0%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (25%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Manchester United | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 667 | 570 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 359 | 318 |
| Av Possession Percent | 52.57 | 45.57 |
| Fouls | 85 | 46 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 12.14 | 6.57 |
| Offside | 12 | 13 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 24 | 12 |
| Shots Blocked | 20 | 17 |
| Shots Off Target | 37 | 24 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 5.29 | 3.43 |
| Shots On Target | 34 | 40 |
| Av Shots On Target | 4.86 | 5.71 |
| Total Corners | 42 | 34 |
| Av Corners | 6.00 | 4.86 |
| BTTS | 14.29 | 85.71 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.92 | 6.81 |
| Tackles | 156 | 134 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Manchester United | Brentford | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 50 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 66.67 | 50 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 66.67 | 50 | 75 | 66.67 |
| Over 3.5 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 33.33 |
| Over 4.5 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 33.33 | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 33.33 | 50 | 25 | 33.33 |
| Under 3.5 | 100 | 100 | 50 | 66.67 |
| Under 4.5 | 100 | 100 | 75 | 100 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 75 | 100 |
Manchester United vs Brentford Prediction
Based on the head-to-head stats and current form, Manchester United come into this match as the favorites, especially with the advantage of playing at Old Trafford. United’s ability to dominate possession (52.57% on average this season) and their recent improvement in goal-scoring form should give them the upper hand against a Brentford side struggling defensively. United’s danger period, between the 30th and 45th minute, could be key, as they’ve scored 40% of their goals during that window.
Brentford, however, are not to be underestimated. Despite their defensive issues, they’ve managed to score in the majority of their games, with both teams scoring in 85.71% of Brentford’s matches this season. Bryan Mbeumo will be a constant threat for United’s backline, and his pace and finishing could create problems, especially on the counter-attack.
Given Manchester United’s recent uptick in form, especially with a high goal output in their last few games, and Brentford’s vulnerability in defense, it seems likely that United will have the edge. However, with Brentford’s tendency to be involved in high-scoring games, both teams could find the net in this encounter.
Predicted Scoreline: Manchester United 3-1 Brentford
Manchester United’s firepower, combined with Brentford’s defensive struggles, suggests a victory for the home side, but Brentford’s attacking potential means they could still manage to get on the scoresheet. Expect a competitive and entertaining match with goals from both teams.