Brentford's director of football Phil Giles has been the mastermind behind the club's rise to the Premier League. Over the past decade, Giles has worked tirelessly to transform the team into a top-flight contender. With a possible European qualification on the horizon, Brentford's fans are eager to see what the future holds. Giles' office at the Robert Rowan Performance Centre is a reflection of his personality - quiet and understated. The 46-year-old sits in a separate box to the other directors and invites a range of guests to discuss ideas. Giles did not have a career as a professional player or coach, but his background in mathematics and statistics has served him well in his role. He grew up in Newcastle and was a season-ticket holder at St James' Park from 1990 until 2015. After completing a PhD in statistics, Giles spent two years with gambling company Spreadex before becoming a quantitative analyst for Smartodds in 2007. It was there that he met Matthew Benham, a lifelong Brentford fan who became the club's majority owner in June 2012. Giles was later promoted to head of quantitative research at Smartodds before being appointed as Brentford's co-director of football, with Rasmus Ankersen, 10 years ago. Since then, Brentford have moved from the dilapidated Griffin Park to a modern stadium, upgraded their training ground facilities, and spent four consecutive seasons in the Premier League. With two games of their 2024-25 campaign remaining, Brentford could break their record points tally for the competition and qualify for Europe for the first time. According to Allan Steele, who worked with Giles for much of his decade at Brentford, 'he makes the most complex job in the world look simple'. Giles and Ankersen officially joined Brentford less than 24 hours after the club had lost 5-1 to Middlesbrough on aggregate in the Championship's play-off semi-finals. Manager Mark Warburton nearly guided them to the Premier League via the play-offs in 2015. Now, with Thomas Frank at the helm, Brentford are pushing for a top-seven finish. The club's success is a testament to Giles' hard work and dedication. As the season draws to a close, Brentford's fans will be eager to see what the future holds for their team. With Giles at the helm, they can be confident that the club is in good hands. The final two games of the season will be crucial in determining Brentford's fate, but one thing is certain - Phil Giles has been instrumental in the club's success. His ability to make tough decisions and his eye for talent have been key factors in Brentford's rise to the Premier League. As the club looks to the future, Giles will undoubtedly play a major role in shaping their destiny. The question on everyone's mind is - what's next for Brentford? Only time will tell, but with Phil Giles leading the way, the future looks bright. The club's training ground is a hub of activity, with players and staff working tirelessly to prepare for the next game. The atmosphere is electric, and the sense of camaraderie is palpable. It's clear that Giles has created a positive and productive environment, and the results are there for all to see. As the season comes to a close, Brentford's fans will be eager to see what the future holds for their team. With Phil Giles at the helm, they can be confident that the club is in good hands.