Fredrick features and Holland scores as Brentford B held to Premier League Cup draw by Hull City U21
Benjamin Fredrick featured and Isaac Holland scored as Brentford B drew 1-1 with Hull City Under-21s in Group J of the Premier League Cup at the MKM Stadium on Tuesday.
- Competition: Premier League Cup – Group J
- Venue: MKM Stadium, Hull
- Result: Hull City U21 1-1 Brentford B
- Group J games: Brentford's final group game is at home to Derby County U21 on Saturday 10 October
- Next match: Brentford B host Everton at Wheatsheaf Park on Sunday 13 September in Premier League 2
Confirmed line-ups
Hull City U21
Starting XI: Shombe; Moore, Walker, Trialist A, Goodman; Devine, Daley, Ocaya; Edey, Wilson, Umoren
Substitutes: Reynolds, Robinson, Cawte, Sarpong, Russell, Matique, Bray
Brentford B
Starting XI: Stokes; Fredrick, Shield, Grey, Klimas; Gorman, Wheeler-Henry, Owen; Boni, Wilson, Holland
Substitutes: Nicholls, Kasujja, Picotto, Nwosu, Giscombe, Fanoiki, Hanson
Selection notes
Kiefer Gorman made his debut for the Bees after signing on deadline day from Watford. Jai Nwosu made his B team debut up from the Under-18s. Fredrick moved to right centre-back at half-time. Several changes were made from the start, with Picotto, Nwosu, Giscombe, Fanoiki and Hanson introduced later.
What was said
“It was frustrating not to take all three points in a game which Brentford dominated.”
The report reflects a positive performance from the young Bees, who created numerous chances but failed to convert their dominance into a winning goal. The draw keeps their unbeaten start to the season intact after four games.
The numbers
- Shots on target: Brentford B 5, Hull City U21 1 (approx. from text)
- Possession: Brentford B dominated large spells (implied)
- Brentford B's unbeaten run: 4 games in all competitions
- Goalscorers: Edward Devine (Hull), Isaac Holland (Brentford)
Analysis: Fredrick's growing influence and Gorman's promising debut
Benjamin Fredrick, who started at right-back and moved to right centre-back after the break, was described as “imperious both in the air and in his one-v-one duels.” This versatility could be crucial for Brentford B's defensive solidity as they progress through the season. He also rose well to head a corner early on, though the effort went wide.
Kiefer Gorman, brought in from Watford on deadline day, made an immediate impact, delivering dangerous corners and a cross that almost set up a goal for Ben Wilson. His creativity on the left side adds a new dimension to the Bees' attack.
Despite dominating, Brentford B lacked a cutting edge, with several clear chances wasted. The equaliser came from a well-worked move, with Riley Owen timing his pass perfectly for Isaac Holland to slot into the bottom-right corner. However, continued overplaying in the box allowed Hull to recover, a concern for coach Sam Saunders.
Talking points
- Are Brentford B too wasteful in front of goal? They created enough chances to win three games but took only one.
- Fredrick's adaptability: he shone at both right-back and right centre-back – where is his best position?
- Gorman's debut suggests he could be a key creative force for the Bees in the Premier League Cup and Premier League 2.
- With their final group game at home to Derby, is winning the group essential for confidence?
What happens next
Brentford B host Everton at Wheatsheaf Park on Sunday 13 September in Premier League 2, before their final Group J game in the Premier League Cup at home to Derby County Under-21s on Saturday 10 October.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score between Hull City U21 and Brentford B?
The match ended 1-1, with Isaac Holland scoring Brentford's equaliser.
Who scored for Brentford B?
Isaac Holland scored for Brentford B in the first half, cancelling out Edward Devine's opener for Hull City U21.
Which players made debuts for Brentford B?
Kiefer Gorman started his first game for Brentford B after his deadline-day move from Watford, while Jai Nwosu came on as a substitute for his B team debut.
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