Sam Saunders was appointed Brentford B head coach in July 2025, succeeding Neil MacFarlane, who stepped up to become assistant first-team coach.

The former Bees midfielder had spent six years as assistant coach with the B team, having joined the set-up in 2019 following his retirement as a player.

Under Saunders' stewardship, Brentford B retained their Professional Development League title in 2025/26, securing the point they needed in a 2-2 draw against Swansea City on the final day of the season.

Off the pitch, Brentford's academy were awarded Category One status in the 2025/26 season, marking another significant milestone in the club's development pathway. Saunders now leads the Under-21s in Premier League 2, underlining the continued progression of the club's academy.

As a player, Saunders made over 200 appearances for Brentford after joining from Dagenham & Redbridge in 2009, and remains a member of the club's Hall of Fame.

On his appointment ahead of the 2025/26 season, the Bees' first-team head coach Keith Andrews said: "Sam has been a brilliant servant to this football club, both as a player and a coach. He knows exactly what it takes to succeed here.

"He's worked incredibly closely with Neil for a long time, so the relationship between the B team and the first team will only continue to grow.

"Sam is very well respected by the players and staff, and I have no doubt he'll do a fantastic job leading the group."