Manchester United player ratings vs Brentford with four 4/10s in latest Premier League defeat

Manchester United endured yet another frustrating outing in the Premier League as they slumped to a 4-3 defeat against Brentford on Sunday, marking their 16th loss of the campaign. The game began on a positive note for the visitors when Mason Mount calmly converted a well-placed cross from Alejandro Garnacho to put United ahead. However, Brentford quickly responded as Mikkel Damsgaard’s strike took a wicked deflection off Luke Shaw and ended up in the back of the net, leveling the score.

Momentum shifted in Brentford’s favour shortly after, with Kevin Schade putting them in front. United’s defensive woes were further compounded when Matthijs de Ligt, who had started the game strongly and looked solid in possession, had to be substituted following an injury in the lead-up to Brentford’s second goal. Harry Maguire came on in his place, leaving United uncertain about De Ligt’s availability for their upcoming Europa League semi-final clash against Athletic Bilbao.

Schade struck again after the break to increase Brentford’s lead, and Bryan Mbeumo added a fourth, seemingly putting the result beyond doubt. Despite late efforts from Garnacho and Amad, who both found the net to reduce the deficit, United couldn’t complete the comeback.

In terms of individual performances, Altay Bayindir failed to command his area and struggled with his distribution, although he did manage a couple of solid saves when the score was 2-1, suggesting he remains behind the pecking order among United’s goalkeepers. Tyler Fredricson showed composure and commitment in defence, continuing his strong form from the Wolves game, but Brentford were able to exploit his lack of physical presence on two occasions. Matthijs de Ligt looked composed before his injury, which now casts doubt over his fitness for the critical European tie ahead.