Old Trafford hosts a Round 34 Premier League meeting between Manchester United and Brentford. Both sides arrive with similar defensive records but different attacking profiles. With lineups not yet confirmed, the numbers set up a clear clash of styles. You can follow the match live on Sofascore for real-time momentum, shot maps and every Sofascore Rating.

What the numbers say

Manchester United have scored 58 goals and conceded 45 across 33 matches, leaning on 52.8% possession and a higher passing volume than most opponents. They’ve fired 516 shots with 188 on target, generating 91 big chances but also missing 58 of them. Set pieces and wide play matter here: 154 corners and 569 crosses, though cross accuracy sits at 26.9%.

Brentford come in with 48 goals for and 44 against, playing with 47.5% average possession and a more direct feel. They’ve attempted fewer shots (350) but created more big chances (102), which points to clearer looks when they do attack. Fast breaks are a real weapon, producing 54 counters and 9 fast-break goals, while cross accuracy (27.4%) and corner volume (159) mirror United’s set-piece emphasis.

Probable shapes and Sofascore Ratings

Both teams are set up for 4-2-3-1. For Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes leads projected starters by average Sofascore Rating at 7.55, with Casemiro at 7.15 offering control in midfield. Diogo Dalot and Luke Shaw provide width from full-back, while Harry Maguire anchors the box with aerial presence.

Brentford’s likely XI features Caoimhin Kelleher in goal (6.99), a center-back pairing of Sepp van den Berg (6.81) and Nathan Collins (6.78), and creative supply from Mathias Jensen (6.95). Up front, Igor Thiago averages 7.01 and profiles as a focal point for crosses and quick transitions. Lineups are not confirmed, so keep an eye on late tweaks on the Sofascore match page.