Manchester United Hold On To Beat Brentford At Old Trafford
Manchester United claimed a decisive 2-1 victory from a hard-fought match against Brentford at Old Trafford, consolidating their position in the Premier League top four. United regained winning form in their previous game against Chelsea after two consecutive winless games. Having to win against Brentford gave United the points needed to stay clear of the nearest team, Liverpool, with three points. The game took form in the early stages with United taking the lead from Casemiro's header. The defensive midfielder headed home Harry Maguire's flicker following a corner. Despite Brentford pouncing on United's box in search of an equaliser, the hosts found a counter. Bruno Fernández released a through pass to Benjamin Sesko, who darted into the box, rounded a defender, and slotted the ball into the right corner of the post. Brentford maintained their relentless search for a comeback, but could only get a consolation goal from Mathias Jensen. The striker received the ...
