Brentford vs Manchester United: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview
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Explore our detailed preview for Brentford vs Man United in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.
Match Details
Fixture: Brentford vs Manchester United
Date: Sunday 4 May 2025
Kick-off: 14:00 BST
Venue: Gtech Community Stadium
Our predictions for Brentford vs Man United
The match at the Gtech Community Stadium promises to be an intriguing encounter. Brentford, buoyed by a recent win at Nottingham Forest, will look to exploit Manchester United's defensive vulnerabilities. United, on the other hand, will need to find a way to overcome their inconsistent performances and capitalise on their moments of brilliance.
Expect Brentford to come out aggressively, pressing high and looking to disrupt United's rhythm. Manchester United will likely rely on counter-attacks, with Fernandes orchestrating play from midfield. The game could be high-scoring, given the attacking talents of both teams.
Match Prediction: Brentford 2-2 Manchester United
Form Guide & Team Overview
Brentford
Brentford have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent league outings, with a couple of impressive wins boosting their hopes of European football.
A win against Brighton was followed by victory on the road against Nottingham Forest, so the Bees will be buzzing with confidence heading into this clash with Ruben Amorim's Red Devils. Brentford's attack has been led by Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, who have been prolific this season, scoring 18 and 17 goals respectively in the Premier League.
Last 5 league matches:
- Win: 2-0 vs Nott'm Forest (A)
- Win: 4-2 vs Brighton (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Arsenal (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Chelsea (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Newcastle (A)
Manchester United
Manchester United's recent league form has been less than stellar, with the Red Devils currently on a five-game winless run. They've been performing well in the Europa League, but have struggled to carry that form into their domestic games.
Bruno Fernandes remains a key player for United, contributing both goals and assists, but the team has struggled to find consistency.
Last 5 league matches:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Bournemouth (A)
- Loss 0-1 vs Wolves (H)
- Loss: 1-4 vs Newcastle (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Man City (H)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Nott'm Forest (A)
Head-to-Head Record
In recent encounters between Brentford and Manchester United, the results have been varied. Historically, Manchester United have had the upper hand, but Brentford have shown they can compete, especially at home.
Recent Results
- Man Utd 2-1 Brentford (19 Oct 2024)
- Brentford 1-1 Man Utd (30 Mar 2024)
- Man Utd 2-1 Brentford (07 Oct 2023)
- Man Utd 1-0 Brentford (05 Apr 2023)
- Brentford 4-0 Man Utd (13 Aug 2022)
Injury & Suspension Report
Brentford
- Josh Dasilva (Knee) - Out
- Fabio Carvalho (Shoulder) - Out
- Vitaly Janelt (Heel) - Out
- Igor Thiago (Knee) - Doubt
- Aaron Hickey (Fitness) - Doubt
Man United
- Diogo Dalot (Calf) - Out
- Lisandro Martinez (Knee) - Out
- Joshua Zirkzee (Hamstring) - Out
- Toby Collyer (Knock) - Doubt
- Ayden Heaven (Knock) - Doubt
Predicted Lineups & Tactical Setup
Brentford (4-2-3-1)
Flekken; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter; Yarmolyuk, Nørgaard; Schade, Damsgaard, Mbeumo; Wissa
Brentford's attacking threat will cause Man United's tired defence plenty of problems, with Mbeumo and Wissa both chasing 20-goal seasons in the Premier League.
Man United (3-4-2-1)
Onana; Lindelöf, Maguire, Yoro; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu; Garnacho, Fernandes; Højlund
After Europa League exploits in midweek, United's players will have to dig deep to find the energy to compete with Brentford's relentless style of play. Bruno Fernandes continues to pull the strings, while Hojlund looks for goals in back-to-back PL games.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Bryan Mbeumo vs Lenny Yoro: Mbeumo's pace and finishing will be a significant threat to Yoro, who will need to be at his best defensively.
- Yoane Wissa vs Harry Maguire: Wissa's movement and goal-scoring prowess will test Maguire's defensive capabilities.
- Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford): His ability to score and create chances will be crucial for Brentford's attack.
- Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd): As United's creative hub, Fernandes will be pivotal in breaking down Brentford's defence.
Fun Fact & Trivia
Brentford's 4-0 victory over Manchester United in August 2022 remains their largest margin of victory against the Red Devils in the Premier League.
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