Brentford vs Manchester Utd Prediction & Tips
The good start to Brentford’s life in the Premier League (PL) continued with Friday’s 2-1 win over Watford, a result that will see him start the day very close to the places that give access to European competitions. In a season full of firsts, another comes this time as many of his fans had not been born many the last time he played against Manchester United in a league match (1947).
Having only one defeat in five games (G2, E2) will make Bees fans excited about their chances of another surprise, especially as they have won their last two league clashes at home. Both those two and the three previous PL commitments in this enclosure (P3) were decided by a margin of one goal, so Brentford will hope to emerge victorious if it is another hard-fought battle.
Although a Covid outbreak at the club is hampering his preparation, the era of Ralf Rangnick at Man United has started promisingly with Saturday’s 1-0 win over Norwich City in the club’s third unbeaten game since taking over as interim coach (G2, E1). None of those commitments recorded more than 2.5 goals and after maintaining two consecutive unbeaten goals in the league for the first time since March, he will start the day in fifth place in the standings.
Two defeats in his last five away games in PL (G2, E1) is a stark contrast to his stellar performance as a visitor last season, as he had not lost a league game away from home since January. 2020. However, the Red Devils team was ahead on the scoreboard at some point in four of those five fixtures so they will know that a better defensive display could be enough to dispatch their newly promoted rival.
Players to follow: After their last win against Norwich, Brentford have won the last 14 official games in which Bryan Mbeumo has scored for the team. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo’s last five goals with Man United were recorded after the 50th minute.
Highlights: Man United have scored in the 65-80 minutes in each of their last three PL games.
Brentford – Manchester Utd FREE TIPS
Manchester Utd – Win @ 2.25
