Brentford Edge Manchester United 4-3 in Seven-Goal Premier League Thriller

Brentford Boost European Hopes with Stunning Home Victory

Brentford delivered a thrilling 4-3 win over Manchester United at the Gtech Community Stadium on May 4, 2025, marking a third consecutive Premier League victory and pushing them closer to European qualification.

First Half: Intensity from the Start

Manchester United Strike First Through Mason Mount

United got off to a flying start in the 14th minute as Mason Mount slotted home a low cross from Alejandro Garnacho, giving the visitors an early lead.

Brentford Equalize via Luke Shaw Own Goal

Brentford hit back in the 24th minute when Luke Shaw inadvertently deflected Mikkel Damsgaard’s volley into his own net, leveling the score at 1-1.

Kevin Schade Puts the Bees Ahead

The Bees took the lead in the 33rd minute with a thunderous header from Kevin Schade, finishing a pinpoint cross from Christian Nørgaard.

Second Half: Brentford Take Control

Schade Bags His Second Goal

Schade extended the lead to 3-1 in the 70th minute, heading in his second goal of the night from a Bryan Mbeumo delivery, showing superb positioning and timing.

Wissa Adds a Fourth for Brentford

Four minutes later, Yoane Wissa made it 4-1 with a simple finish following an intelligent cutback from Michael Kayode, as Brentford seemed to have sealed the match.

Late Comeback from Manchester United

Garnacho and Diallo Narrow the Gap

United responded late, with Alejandro Garnacho scoring a long-range screamer in the 82nd minute. In stoppage time, Amad Diallo made it 4-3 with a composed strike, but Brentford held on to secure all three points.

Match Impact: European Dreams vs Relegation Fears

Brentford Climb to Ninth

The victory moves Brentford to 9th place with 52 points, keeping their Europa Conference League qualification hopes very much alive.

Manchester United’s Season Woes Continue

United, fielding their youngest-ever Premier League starting XI, remain in 15th place with 39 points. Injuries and defensive errors continue to plague Erik ten Hag’s side, with 16 league defeats now on the board.