Match Preview: Hull City U21s v Brentford B in the Premier League Cup
Hull City U21s are set to face Brentford B in the Premier League Cup following a strong start to the season for the west London side. Brentford recently bolstered their squad with the signing of Kiefer Gorman and has seen impressive performances from players like Kaye Furo.
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Sam Saunders' side have made a perfect start to their season across all competitions, winning back-to-back Premier League 2 games as well as their opening PL Cup clash.
The west Londoners also welcomed midfielder Kiefer Gorman on a permanent deal from Watford on Deadline Day, further strengthening the squad until January.
The west Londoners impressed last time out, defeating Sunderland U21s 5-1 at Wheatsheaf Park.
Kaye Furo gave the Bees the lead inside 30 seconds, with Brentford taking that 1-0 advantage into half-time.
Saunders' side put their foot down in the second 45 minutes, Furo scoring twice to secure his hat-trick, while Fábio Carvalho and Riley Owen added a goal apiece.
Previously in the PL Cup, Brentford defeated Wycombe 2-0 at home.
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