**English Premier League: United 2-1 Brentford**

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Manchester United Survives Brentford Scare in Thrilling 2-1 Win

United's new season started with a bang, but not in the way they might have hoped. A trip to Brentford, always a tough place to go, was even more so in this case. The Bees, buzzing from their impressive last season, were a real threat. This was not your typical "easy" opening day win. The game was a real nail-biter!

The first half saw Brentford dominate, they were all over United. You could practically hear the "oh no, here we go again" chants from the United fans. They looked shaky, disjointed, and frankly, not ready for the season. It was all Brentford, with Eriksen pulling the strings and a goal by Mbeumo putting them ahead in the first half. It looked like United were in for a real struggle, you know, the kind of season where the cracks show and the fans start asking questions.

But then, the second half happened! United were completely transformed. They were pressing, they were attacking, and most importantly, they were getting the ball into the box. The introduction of Antony and Sancho made a real difference, bringing a fresh energy and some much-needed creativity. And then, it happened. The comeback began with a well-taken goal by Eriksen. A classic case of "you miss 100%, you score 100%". Suddenly, United were back in the game. They pressed for the winning goal, and in the end, it was the mighty Rashford who delivered. A well-taken penalty, sealed the win for United.

This victory, while hard-earned, is a sign of resilience. It shows that United can dig deep, fight back, and win even when things aren't going their way. The game was a microcosm of their whole season, a mixture of disappointment, hope, and ultimately, success. There's a long way to go, but it's a good start.

The match also showed some of the strengths of both sides. Brentford's organization and attacking play were impressive. United's fight and late comeback highlight their determination. This game was a real rollercoaster, and a sign that this season, expect the unexpected.