Thomas Frank, Brentford’s manager, analyzed his team’s performance after their 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
He compared it to their memorable 4-0 win over the same opponents in August 2022, believing that their recent display surpassed the previous victory in terms of skill and overall gameplay.
Despite their comprehensive win previously, Frank emphasized Brentford’s dominance in the recent game, despite only securing a draw.
Manchester United found themselves mainly on the defensive, facing 31 shots on goal from Brentford. Despite Brentford’s strong defensive showing, Manchester United managed to salvage a point, leaving them frustrated.
Mason Mount’s late goal initially appeared to favor Manchester United, but Kristoffer Ajer’s swift response leveled the score, earning Brentford a deserved point.
Frank expressed disbelief at not securing the win, praising the team’s dominance throughout the game.
He hailed their performance as one of the best of the season, lauding the players for their hard work and effective control against Manchester United’s potent attacking trio.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Frank reiterated his belief that Brentford was the superior team on the day and deserved to win.
Despite the disappointment of conceding a late goal, Frank remained satisfied with the team’s overall performance, describing it as nearly flawless.
Brentford’s record-breaking number of shots during the game highlighted their dominance and attacking prowess.
Frank maintained a positive outlook, focusing on the team’s strengths and expressing confidence in their abilities moving forward, regardless of the match’s outcome.
