In a closely contested Premier League match on May 4, 2025, Brentford triumphed over Manchester United with a nail-biting 4-3 victory at the Gtech Community Stadium. This win significantly boosts Brentford’s hopes of qualifying for European competition for the first time, placing them ninth in the league with 52 points. Meanwhile, United's defeat marks a new low for the club, as they suffer their 16th league loss of the season, a record in the Premier League era.

Kevin Schade was the standout performer for Brentford, scoring two goals, while Yoane Wissa added another to solidify the Bees' position in the top half of the table. The match began with a goal from United's Mason Mount, who scored in the 14th minute with a well-placed shot. However, Brentford quickly responded, equalizing with an own goal from Luke Shaw in the 27th minute, which was followed by Schade's first goal in the 33rd minute.

United struggled to maintain their early momentum, and Brentford capitalized on defensive lapses. Schade's second goal in the 70th minute gave Brentford a 3-1 lead, and shortly after, Wissa added a fourth goal, seemingly putting the game out of reach for United. However, the visitors fought back valiantly, with Alejandro Garnacho and Amad scoring late goals to narrow the deficit, but it was not enough to secure a point.

Despite a valiant effort, United's performance was marred by defensive errors and a lack of cohesion, raising questions about their current form. This defeat extends their winless streak to six matches, marking their worst run since the Louis van Gaal era in 2015. United now finds themselves in 15th place in the league with 39 points, a precarious position as they look to salvage their season.

As Brentford looks ahead to their next fixture against Ipswich Town, their confidence is soaring. Manager Thomas Frank expressed optimism about the team's trajectory, noting their recent good form and the importance of sustaining momentum in the closing matches of the season. For United, the focus will have to shift quickly to their upcoming Europa League semi-final as they aim to salvage some silverware from a challenging season.