'The problem is he gets frustrated' - Ruben Amorim admits Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes can lose his temper despite heroics following pre-season brace

New signing Matheus Cunha started alongside Fernandes in the attacking midfield as the duo operated just behind NO.9 Rasmus Hojlund. The Red Devils skipper broke the deadlock in the fifth minute from the penalty spot, before doubling the team's lead after the half-time break. Jarrod Bowen pulled one back for the Hammers just past the hour mark.

Despite his heroics at MetLife Stadium, Red Devils manager admitted that Fernandes sometimes has temper issues on the pitch, although he hailed his compatriot's leadership.

Speaking to reporters after the match, the 40-year-old said: "It was so clear last season, you can see it with the goals and assists. But it's not just that. I think now he has more players, I feel, to help him to lead the group and that is a good thing. He is our leader and really important, not just on the field, but off the field. He leads by example. He works really hard, is always available and, sometimes, he plays with pain.

"Sometimes, the problem is he gets frustrated and loses a little bit of focus of his job. Sometimes, he wants to help the team-mates so much, it is not the best thing to do. They have to do their job and Bruno has, for example, to wait for the ball."

United will be next seen in action on Thursday as they take on Bournemouth in their second friendly game at Soldier Field in Chicago.