Keith Andrews inherited a challenging role at Brentford this summer, stepping into the managerial shoes after years of success under Thomas Frank. Following a 10th-placed finish last term, there were widespread doubts about the Bees' ability to replicate such form this season, especially given the significant departures of key players such as captain Christian Norgaard and star winger Bryan Mbeumo.

However, under Andrews' leadership, Brentford has defied these initial expectations. A notable 3-2 victory against Premier League champions Liverpool propelled them into 11th position in the league standings. This success is underpinned by an impressive home record, which, aided by crucial wins against Manchester United and Aston Villa, stands as the joint-fourth best in the top flight.

Offensively, Brentford has also demonstrated considerable strength, scoring 14 goals in just nine matches. This tally surpasses that of several prominent clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham, and Bournemouth. A significant contributor to this attacking prowess is Igor Thiago, who has netted six of those goals, positioning him as the joint-second top scorer in the division, trailing only Erling Haaland.

Andrews, navigating his first managerial role in the Premier League, has quietly achieved these remarkable results. The transformation and sustained performance have raised questions about the specific strategies and methods he has employed to guide Brentford to such unexpected heights.