Manchester United did something they've never done before in Premier League against Brentford
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United managed to do something they'd never done before in the Premier League era during their stunning win over Brentford.
Two goals from Scott McTominay settled the scores for United at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon. He was the saviour after being summoned from the bench in the 87th minute.
McTominay struck twice in added time to snatch all three points for United after Mathias Jensen had opened the scoring. If sparking pandemonium in the stands was not enough for the Scotland international, he also helped United to a surprising first in the competition. ALSO READ: Ten Hag jokes about what he told McTominay before late drama ALSO READ: Fernandes makes controversial statement about United's display According to Opta stats, it was the first time United had trailed beyond the 90-minute mark and still managed to win the game since the English top-flight was rebranded over 30 years ago.
That's despite the club almost making comebacks habitual in their glory years under legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Under the iconic Scot - who gifted United all 13 modern title wins before his retirement - the Premier League side often underlined their class and fighting spirit in the dying embers.
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