Brentford has maintained continuity by promoting from within, with Keith Andrews leading the team and building on the previous manager's work. This approach has allowed the team to develop a strong foundation, as seen in their comprehensive wins over West Ham and the reigning champions.

Artell suggests that Brentford's established principles of play make them a more challenging opponent than Manchester United, which is still in the process of finding its identity.

Artell emphasizes that Brentford's understanding of their team's identity and cohesion makes them a more formidable opponent, making it more difficult for Grimsby to secure a win.