Gabriel Agbonlahor has launched a scathing attack on Bruno Fernandes, labelling the Manchester United captain a "cheat" following his controversial involvement in the derby against Manchester City. The former Aston Villa striker believes United’s eventual defeat was nothing more than footballing 'karma' after the Portuguese international helped engineer a red card for Phil Foden.
Bruno Fernandes has become a pantomime villain in Premier League circles, but Michael Owen has told GOAL why some of the Manchester United captain’s “histrionics” may be putting new and old supporters off. The Portuguese playmaker has generated more lively debate following a controversial derby date with ‘noisy neighbours’ City at Old Trafford.
Phil Foden ensured he had the last laugh at Old Trafford despite receiving a straight red card during Manchester City’s gritty 1-0 victory over Manchester United. The England international was caught on camera poking fun at the home support as he departed the stadium following a high-stakes derby filled with refereeing drama.
Roy Keane has pulled no punches in his assessment of the controversial incident that saw Phil Foden sent off during Sunday’s Manchester derby. The former Manchester United captain accused Bruno Fernandes of play-acting to ensure his England international opponent was given his marching orders at Old Trafford. Despite being reduced to 10 men, Manchester City held on to secure a 1-0 victory over their rivals, with Erling Haaland’s goal proving decisive.
Manchester City star Phil Foden has been sent off in a dramatic Manchester derby after a moment of madness involving Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes. The England international was shown a straight red card following a heated altercation that left Enzo Maresca’s side playing with ten men for the majority of the contest.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has been forced to explain his handling of Bruno Fernandes after the club captain was spotted limping following the midweek victory over Sabah. Despite making several changes to his side during the Champions League clash, the Portuguese playmaker remained on the pitch for the full duration of the contest.
Manchester United need to start drawing up a succession plan for the day that Bruno Fernandes leaves Old Trafford, so could Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White form part of that process? Red Devils legend Andy Cole, who also spent time at the City Ground in his playing days, has explained to GOAL why the England hopeful boasts the right qualities.
The former Amakhosi academy prospect has earned high praise for his performance on the grandest stage of European football, despite his side suffering a heavy defeat. The 22-year-old was handed a starting berth for Azerbaijani outfit Sabah FK as they faced the daunting task of taking on Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has sparked major injury concerns after being spotted limping heavily following his side’s Champions League victory at Old Trafford. The Portuguese international was seen moving gingerly while exiting the stadium, casting a shadow over what was a dominant night for the Red Devils on the European stage with derby date against Man City on the horizon.
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