Tag: Bruno Fernandes

United Reportedly Assure Fernandes He Will Not Be Sold

Bruno Fernandes
April 2026

Manchester United have reportedly told Bruno Fernandes he will not be sold this summer “under any circumstances.” This is based on report-based coverage rather than an official club announcement. The latest reporting says United wanted to remove any doubt around Fernandes after earlier stories suggested they might consider a major Saudi bid. The club are said to now view him as central to the next phase of the team.

Pogba Says Fernandes Would Be Ballon d’Or Contender at Manchester City

Paul Pogba
April 2026

Paul Pogba says Bruno Fernandes would be in Ballon d’Or contention if he were playing for Manchester City instead of Manchester United. Pogba argued that Fernandes already produces elite output, but individual recognition follows team success. Speaking on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast, Pogba said Fernandes is being held back by United’s environment rather than his own level. His point was that players in winning systems receive far more global recognition than equally productive players in unstable teams.

Carrick Salutes United’s Discipline After Huge Win at Chelsea

Michael Carrick
April 2026

Manchester United beat Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge thanks to Matheus Cunha’s first-half goal, moving closer to Champions League qualification. Carrick praised the side’s discipline and attitude after they absorbed sustained pressure for most of the night. United managed just one shot on target, but Cunha converted from a Bruno Fernandes assist and the visitors defended stubbornly with a makeshift back line. Carrick said the team’s response after recent setbacks was top-drawer, while Fernandes called the result vital in the race for the top four.

Portugal Draw Blank Against Mexico Without Injured Ronaldo

Portugal
March 2026

Portugal were held to a 0-0 draw by Mexico in a flat friendly that exposed their lack of attacking edge without Cristiano Ronaldo. Roberto Martinez’s side saw more of the ball and created slightly more danger, but still failed to turn possession into goals. Reuters reported Goncalo Ramos hit the post in the first half, while Bruno Fernandes also went close after the break. Mexico almost stole the match late on through Armando Gonzalez, but neither side could find a finish in a game short on quality in both boxes.

Fernandes Furious Over Penalty Inconsistency After Manchester United Draw at Bournemouth

Bruno Fernandes
March 2026

Bruno Fernandes criticised the officiating after Manchester United were denied what he believed was a clear second penalty against Bournemouth. The captain argued that Amad Diallo was penalised by perception, as a similar foul later led to a spot-kick for Bournemouth. United scored first through Fernandes after Matheus Cunha won a penalty, but frustration grew when Amad was pushed in the area and play continued. Bournemouth then benefited from a comparable decision after Harry Maguire fouled Evanilson, prompting Fernandes to question VAR consistency and how smaller players are judged.

Portugal Leave Out Ronaldo and Bernardo Silva for March Friendlies

Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva
March 2026

Portugal have named a 27-man squad for March friendlies against Mexico and the United States without Cristiano Ronaldo or Bernardo Silva. Roberto Martinez instead selected a group built around other senior regulars and younger attacking options. Portugal’s official squad list includes players such as Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Rafael Leao and Goncalo Ramos, but neither Ronaldo nor Bernardo Silva appears among the selections. The camp forms part of Portugal’s final preparation phase before the 2026 World Cup.

Fernandes Breaks Beckham Assist Mark in Manchester United Win Over Aston Villa

Bruno Fernandes
March 2026

Bruno Fernandes broke David Beckham’s Manchester United single-season Premier League assist record by taking his total to 16 in 27 matches. The captain also reached 100 assists in all competitions, capping another influential display in a key home win. Fernandes supplied the final pass for goals scored by Casemiro and Matheus Cunha, moving past Beckham’s 15 assists from the 1999-2000 season. After the match, he said the milestone was special because Beckham was one of the players many children tried to imitate while growing up.

Carrick Urges Manchester United to Keep Bruno Fernandes After Villa Win

Bruno Fernandes
March 2026

Michael Carrick said Manchester United definitely do not want to lose Bruno Fernandes this summer, underlining the captain’s importance after another decisive display. The manager addressed transfer speculation directly and made clear that Fernandes remains central to the club’s plans. Carrick spoke after Fernandes inspired victory over Aston Villa and said the club would not want to part with him despite uncertainty over the longer term. The midfielder’s strong recent form, leadership and attacking output have only strengthened his standing during a period of continued outside speculation.

Casemiro’s swollen black eye traced to Crystal Palace clash as he scores again at Newcastle

Casemiro
March 2026

Casemiro arrived at St James’ Park with a pronounced black eye and cheek swelling, then scored United’s equaliser before they lost 2-1 to 10-man Newcastle. The bruising reportedly came from a late collision in the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace; at Newcastle he headed in from a Fernandes set piece for his sixth league goal, with four of his league goals coming from Fernandes dead-ball deliveries.

Lineker backs Bruno for Player of the Season after another match-winning display

Bruno Fernandes
March 2026

Fernandes scored and assisted as United came back to beat Palace, while Lineker called him his current pick for Premier League Player of the Season. Palace led early, then Fernandes drove the turnaround and continued a league-best output run, with the piece citing seven goals and 13 assists and noting Lineker also mentioned Declan Rice as a contender if Arsenal win the title, and Haaland if City surge late.

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