In a surprising turn of events, Brentford displayed their dominance over a lackluster Manchester United in a goalless draw at their home ground. The match saw Brentford create numerous opportunities, leaving their opponents struggling to keep up.

From the very beginning, it became evident that Man Utd was not living up to their former glory. With their passing game being criticized for its lack of creativity and pace, the team seemed lethargic and uninspired. It was a stark contrast to the euphoria surrounding their recent victory against Liverpool.

Brentford took advantage of this weakened performance and managed to outnumber their rivals in terms of shots. In fact, they had 14 attempts on goal in the first half alone, only surpassing their own record set against Burnley in October with 15 attempts.

However, despite their relentless efforts, Brentford failed to convert any of their chances into goals. They will surely be ruing the missed opportunities as the match progressed, knowing that they had Man Utd within their grasp.

One notable moment occurred when Diogo Dalot of Man Utd fired a shot from outside the box, narrowly missing the target. The visitors' attempts were mainly from long range, with Bruno Fernandes attempting to test the Brentford goalkeeper, Mark Flekken, but failing to trouble him.

As the second half began, Manchester United made a substitution, with Harry Maguire replacing Raphael Varane in an attempt to change the course of the match. However, the pattern of the game remained largely the same, with Brentford continuing to dominate.

Fans expressed their concerns about the future of Manchester United, especially considering the team's mediocre performances under their current manager. The lackluster display in this match further highlighted the need for improvement, both in attitude and in acquiring better quality players to support the team's key individuals.

The match also saw Brentford earning double figures for corner counts, showcasing their attacking prowess. Despite a late appeal from Brentford for a penalty after a clash between Vitaly Janelt and Alejandro Garnacho, the referee waved away the claims.

Overall, Brentford's impressive performance against a struggling Manchester United team demonstrated that the once feared club is now vulnerable. This result will undoubtedly leave the Red Devils disappointed, while Brentford will be left frustrated with their inability to convert their chances into goals.

It remains to be seen how Manchester United will bounce back from this lackluster performance and address the glaring issues highlighted in the match.