“Garnacho has a splendid game but one of his teammates just had a stinker of a game on Saturday, didn’t he?. The recruitment board must have been blind because that’s why they would have brought such a flop despite the funding that they had” – According to Jamie Carragher, Alejandro Garnacho was the standout performer in Manchester United’s victory over Brentford, but one of Erik ten Hag’s signings didn’t fare as well and emerged as the biggest disappointment in the win.

Manchester United and Erik ten Hag have restored some optimism among the fans with a narrow 2-1 victory over Brentford at Old Trafford.

With a challenging schedule ahead, securing three points in this match was crucial, and Ten Hag’s tactical adjustments at half-time energized the team.

Alejandro Garnacho sparked the momentum, followed by Rasmus Hojlund’s goal, which secured the lead that United maintained throughout the game.

While there were several standout performers, Garnacho shone the brightest, making an impact beyond just scoring.

**Top Performer – Alejandro Garnacho**

There’s no surprise here, as the Argentine was electric throughout the match, consistently causing problems for Sepp van den Berg on the flanks. His goal was well-deserved, and he stood out with his relentless defensive effort, willingness to take on defenders, and determination to keep pushing forward regardless of the game’s circumstances.

This isn’t the first time Garnacho has been United’s standout player this season, and it certainly won’t be the last. His well-rounded performances have earned Erik ten Hag’s complete trust, and right now, he is likely one of the first names on the teamsheet alongside Bruno Fernandes.

Manchester United have a real talent in Garnacho, and despite some early setbacks in his career, Erik ten Hag deserves praise for managing his development effectively. It’s likely that Garnacho will feature as the “Biggest Winner” in several matches this season.

**Biggest Loser – Joshua Zirkzee**

While Rasmus Hojlund was always set to be the first-choice striker, Zirkzee had an opportunity to make a case for himself during Hojlund’s injury. He showed promise initially with a debut goal against Fulham, but his performances have declined since then. Although his link-up play has been encouraging, his skill set doesn’t quite fit the team’s current needs.

Against Brentford, Zirkzee came on for Hojlund and had an opportunity to make an impact with the team in full stride. He had a great chance to score but missed, a situation that is becoming all too familiar for Manchester United supporters.

Zirkzee is still adapting to the physicality and speed of the Premier League, as seen in some misplaced passes, poor dribbling decisions, and a lack of chemistry with his teammates. Unlike Hojlund, who can seamlessly fit into the lineup, Zirkzee requires a well-functioning team around him to link up play and contribute occasional goals.

At this point, it might be more beneficial for him to focus on European matches, starting with the game against Fenerbahce in midweek.