Keith Andrews Praises Keane Lewis-Potter after Brentford Defeat

Keith Andrews praised Keane Lewis-Potter after Brentford’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester United, highlighting the full-back’s consistency and growing influence in possession.

Lewis-Potter started at Old Trafford as Brentford pushed for a result against United, with Andrews’ side ultimately beaten by goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko before Mathias Jensen’s late reply.

Speaking after the match, Andrews was asked about Lewis-Potter’s performance and the tactical balance of allowing him to get forward while also managing Bryan Mbeumo’s threat in transition.

“Keano’s been excellent,” Andrews said. “That’s the cat and mouse nature of the first half. We want him to get into attacking positions, but then equally, you know, Bryan’s going to be a threat on transition.”

Lewis-Potter has become an increasingly important player for Brentford, particularly with his ability to contribute in multiple roles. Against United, that balance was tested by the need to support attacks while also remaining aware of the spaces left behind when possession turned over.

Andrews said Lewis-Potter’s progress has been clear over the course of the season.

“Keano’s developed really well,” he said. “He’s performing really well, consistently well.”

The Brentford head coach also pointed to what Lewis-Potter offers the side in possession, stressing the technical side of his game as well as his final-third delivery.

“He gives you so much with the ball, obviously in deeper positions with his passing, his technique, his long-range passing, and obviously crossing positions when he gets higher up,” Andrews said.

That versatility has made him an important part of Brentford’s structure, particularly during a period where injuries have forced Andrews to rely on players adapting to different responsibilities across the pitch.

The praise came on a night where Brentford were left frustrated by the result. Andrews felt his side controlled large parts of the game and created enough opportunities to take something from Old Trafford, but a lack of clinical finishing ultimately proved costly.

For Lewis-Potter individually, however, the manager’s comments reflected a player whose role continues to grow. His consistency, willingness to take responsibility and ability to contribute both defensively and in possession have made him a trusted option in Andrews’ system.

With difficult fixtures still to come against Manchester City and Liverpool, Lewis-Potter’s ability to manage both sides of the game will remain important as Brentford look to keep themselves competitive in the race for Europe.