Brentford vs Manchester United

Current streaks

Recent form

Brentford

Brentford have shown impressive form in their recent fixtures, with a current two-match winning streak and only one defeat in their last six games. The Bees have been particularly potent in attack, netting 10 goals in their last six matches, including a high-scoring 4-2 victory against Brighton. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding just six goals and keeping two clean sheets during this period. Their ability to score consistently is evident, with both teams finding the net in 67% of these matches. Brentford's goal difference of +4 over the last six games highlights their positive momentum, which has helped them secure 11th position in the Premier League table with 46 points from 33 games. The team's balanced performance is reflected in the even split between high-scoring affairs and tighter contests, with 50% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals.

Manchester United

Manchester United's recent form has been decidedly mixed, with the Red Devils struggling to find consistency in their performances. Despite their lowly 14th position in the league table, United have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in their high-scoring Europa League encounters. The standout match was undoubtedly their thrilling 5-4 victory over Lyon, showcasing their attacking prowess but also highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. This inconsistency is further evidenced by their last six matches, which have yielded two wins, two draws, and two losses. Interestingly, United have been involved in several high-scoring affairs, with 67% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals scored. However, their defensive frailties are a concern, having kept only one clean sheet in their last six outings and conceding an average of two goals per game. The team's ability to both score and concede frequently has resulted in both teams scoring in two-thirds of their recent matches, providing entertainment for neutrals but frustration for supporters hoping for more stability.

Recent home/away form

Brentford

Brentford's recent home form has been somewhat inconsistent, with the Bees struggling to find the back of the net consistently at the Gtech Community Stadium. The team experienced a concerning run of three consecutive home defeats against Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa, during which they failed to score a single goal. However, their most recent home match saw a significant improvement, with Brentford securing an impressive 4-2 victory over Brighton, marking their highest-scoring game in this period. Despite this positive result, Brentford's overall goal-scoring record at home remains modest, with only 5 goals in their last 6 matches. Defensively, the Bees have shown some resilience, keeping a clean sheet against Chelsea and conceding just 1.33 goals per game on average. The majority of their recent home fixtures (83%) have been low-scoring affairs, with fewer than 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency towards tighter, more defensive encounters at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Manchester United

Manchester United's recent away form has been inconsistent, with their last six matches yielding two wins, two draws, and two losses. The Red Devils have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in their impressive 3-0 victories against Athletic Club in the Europa League and Leicester City in the Premier League. However, they've also suffered some heavy defeats, most notably a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Newcastle United. United have been involved in several high-scoring affairs, with 67% of their last six away games seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite their mixed results, the team have managed to maintain a positive goal difference, scoring an average of 1.67 goals per game whilst conceding 1.33. Their defensive record has been somewhat shaky, with clean sheets in only two of these six matches, and both teams finding the net in half of the games. This patchy form has contributed to their current 14th position in the league, highlighting the need for more consistency in their away performances.