Brentford 1-1 Manchester United: Thomas Frank’s Crisis of Faith Resolved with Late Equalizer
Brentford manager Thomas Frank expressed his disbelief at his team’s dramatic late equalizer against Manchester United, stating that he “almost lost faith in the football god” after Mason Mount put United ahead in the 96th minute.
Despite hitting the woodwork four times earlier in the match, Brentford found themselves trailing in injury time. However, defender Kristoffer Ajer’s late equalizer, assisted by Ivan Toney, salvaged a point for the Bees.
Frank emphasized the one-sided nature of the game, expressing his belief that Brentford should have emerged as the clear winners. The result leaves Brentford in 15th place in the Premier League table, five points clear of the relegation zone.
Reflecting on the match, Frank praised his team’s mentality and character for bouncing back despite the late setback. He commended his players for their fantastic display and expressed pride in their performance.
Meanwhile, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admitted that Brentford outplayed his team, conceding that the Bees showed more passion, desire, and determination. Despite United’s recent victory against Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals, Ten Hag was disappointed with his team’s effort at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Ten Hag highlighted the importance of showing passion and desire on the pitch, expressing disappointment in his team’s performance in those aspects compared to Brentford. He stressed the need for improvement, particularly in winning second balls and demonstrating aggression.
Overall, while Brentford celebrated their hard-earned point, Manchester United faced a setback in their quest for a Champions League return, highlighting the competitive nature of the Premier League.
