Brentford vs Manchester United LIVE: Can United Bounce Back at Brentford?

Manchester United return to Premier League action this Sunday, May 4, 2025, facing Brentford live at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 BST. While the match won’t be televised live in the UK, fans can follow live radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live Extra and BBC Radio London 94.9. Additionally, MUTV will provide pre-match coverage starting at 12:55 BST, and the United App will offer live updates and post-match highlights.

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Brentford enter the match in strong form, unbeaten in their last four Premier League games, including a recent 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. The Bees are eyeing a potential spot in European competition and will be motivated to secure all three points at home.

Manchester United, meanwhile, are coming off a commanding 3-0 win against Athletic Club in the Europa League semi-final first leg. However, their domestic form has been less impressive, with no wins in their last five Premier League outings. Manager Ruben Amorim has indicated plans to rotate the squad to keep key players fresh for the upcoming European fixtures.

Team News

Brentford:

• No new injury concerns following the win over Nottingham Forest.
• Long-term absentees include Vitaly Janelt, Aaron Hickey, Fabio Carvalho, Josh Dasilva, and Igor Thiago.

Manchester United:

• Amad Diallo and Matthijs de Ligt made returns from injury in the midweek Europa League match and are in contention to start.
• Diogo Dalot, Joshua Zirkzee, Lisandro Martinez, and Ayden Heaven remain sidelined.
• Young talents such as Harry Amass, Tyler Fredricson, Jaydan Kamason, Sekou Kone, Bendito Mantato, and Chido Obi-Martin have been training with the first team and may feature.

Confirmed Lineups

Manchester United

Starting XI:

• Altay Bayindir

• Tyler Fredericson

• Matthijs de Ligt

• Luke Shaw (captain)

• Chinazaekpere Dorgu

• Manuel Ugarte

• Kobbie Mainoo

• Harry Amass

• Alejandro Garnacho

• Mason Mount

• Chido Obi

Substitutes:

• Tom Heaton

• Victor Lindelöf

• Harry Maguire

• Leny Yoro

• Casemiro

• Christian Eriksen

• Amad Diallo

• Bruno Fernandes

• Rasmus Højlund

Brentford

• Flekken
• Kayode
• van den Berg
• Collins
• Lewis-Potter
• Norgaard
• Yarmoliuk
• Damsgaard
• Mbeumo
• Wissa
• Schade

Match Prediction

Brentford’s recent form and home advantage position them as slight favorites, especially considering Manchester United’s focus on their European campaign and potential squad rotation. A closely contested match is anticipated, with Brentford possibly edging out a narrow victory.

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