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Matheus Cunha Misses Man Utd's Win Over Brentford Ahead of Liverpool Clash

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Adam Moha

28 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Manchester United's Matheus Cunha misses win over Brentford due to injury, a worrying blow ahead of Liverpool clash.

Matheus Cunha Misses Man Utd's Win Over Brentford Ahead of Liverpool Clash
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Matheus Cunha Misses Man Utd's Win Over Brentford Ahead of Liverpool Clash

Cunha's Absence Explained

Manchester United manager **Michael Carrick** has provided an update on **Matheus Cunha** after the star forward was a surprise omission from the squad that defeated **Brentford** in the Premier League on Monday night.

United's Victory Over Brentford

The Brazilian was left out of the team sheet entirely as the **Red Devils** took a major step toward Champions League qualification with a **2-1** victory at **Old Trafford**. Despite being without **Cunha**, **United** relied on goals from **Casemiro** and **Benjamin Sesko** to see off **Brentford**.

  • **United** are now just two points away from securing Champions League football.
  • **Cunha** has been one of **United's** standout players of the season.
**Matheus Cunha** was unable to shake off a knock in time for the **Brentford** clash.

Implications for Upcoming Matches

The victory leaves **Carrick's** side needing only two points from their final four games to secure Champions League football. **Cunha's** absence will be a concern for **United** ahead of their upcoming clash against **Liverpool**.

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