Erik ten Hag has instructed a Manchester United player who underperformed to leave the club immediately following mistakes made in yesterday’s match.
Thomas Frank, Brentford’s manager, assessed his team’s performance after their 1-1 draw against Manchester United.Drawing a comparison to their memorable 4-0 triumph over the same opponents in August 2022, Frank suggested that their recent display exceeded the previous victory in terms of skill and overall gameplay.Manchester United were largely on the defensive, contending with an onslaught of 31 shots on goal from Brentford.Despite Brentford’s solid defensive performance, Manchester United managed to salvage a point, leaving them feeling frustrated. Mason Mount’s late goal initially appeared to tilt the game in Manchester United’s favor, but Kristoffer Ajer’s swift response leveled the score, allowing Brentford to earn a well-deserved point.Frank expressed astonishment at not clinching the win, highlighting the team’s dominance throughout the match. He praised their performance as one of the season’s best, acknowledging the players’ hard work and effective control against Manchester United’s formidable attacking trio.Speaking to Sky Sports, Frank reiterated his belief that Brentford outperformed Manchester United and deserved the victory. Despite the disappointment of conceding a late goal, Frank remained content with the team’s overall performance, describing it as nearly flawless. Brentford’s record-breaking number of shots during the game underscored their dominance and attacking prowess.Frank maintained an optimistic outlook, focusing on the team’s strengths and expressing confidence in their abilities moving forward, regardless of the match’s outcome.
