Brentford Edge United in 4-3 Premier League Thriller

Manchester United lost 4-3 to Brentford in a thrilling Premier League match, marking their 16th league defeat of the season and further exposing their domestic struggles. Manager Ruben Amorim made eight changes to the starting lineup to focus on the Europa League, where United currently hold a 3-0 semi-final lead over Athletic Club. Mason Mount scored his first goal of the season for United, while Brentford capitalized on United’s defensive weaknesses and the injury exit of Matthijs de Ligt, with Kevin Schade netting twice. Late goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo sparked a United comeback, but Brentford held on for the win. The defeat puts United’s European qualification through the league in doubt, increasing the importance of their Europa League run, which could bring Champions League football, a £70 million boost, and a 25% wage increase for Casemiro if won. Brentford's victory leaves them just two points behind eighth place, keeping their European hopes alive.