Manchester United's victory over Brentford puts them close to Champions League qualification.

(Football result) - Manchester United clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory over Brentford at Old Trafford, edging nearer to Champions League qualification. Casemiro and Šeško were standout performers, as the away side wasted unfortunate chances.

Manchester United continues to pursue their goal of securing a Champions League berth following a 2-1 win over Brentford in an exciting match at Old Trafford.

From the opening minutes, the match was lively. Kobbie Mainoo made an impressive dribble before creating a chance for Amad Diallo, but the shot was blocked right on the goal line. On the other end, goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher also made an excellent save against Harry Maguire's header.

The early pressure was converted in the 11th minute when Casemiro rose high to head in a goal following Bruno Fernandes' assist. Brentford tried to respond, but Igor Thiago repeatedly missed clear opportunities. Before the first half ended, Benjamin Sesko doubled the lead with a beautiful curling shot, again from a setup by Fernandes.

In the second half, Brentford pushed forward and created several dangerous chances. However, the away team's attackers lacked precision in decisive moments. Only in the 87th minute did Mathias Jensen reduce the deficit with a classy long-range strike, making the final minutes tense.

Nevertheless, Manchester United displayed timely resilience to preserve the valuable victory at home. This marks their 22nd consecutive Premier League match scoring, a figure demonstrating impressive offensive consistency. More importantly, these three points advance the "Red Devils" significantly in the race for next season's Champions League qualification, especially as the season enters its crucial phase. If they maintain their current form, the chance to return to Europe's prestigious competition is entirely within their grasp.

On the other side, Brentford continues to struggle in a disappointing run, extending their streak without a win. Still, this team hasn't completely lost hope in the race for European cup qualification. The gap with the top-six group remains bridgeable if they improve finishing efficiency and better utilize created opportunities.