Bruno Fernandes delivered a crucial injury-time goal to secure a 1-0 victory for Manchester United against Fulham. The Red Devils had been enduring a dismal run of form with recent 3-0 defeats to Manchester City and Newcastle. The win at Craven Cottage gives United and Erik ten Hag a breath of fresh air. The match got off to an eventful start when Marcus Rashford was sidelined due to a late fitness test, leaving United without a key player. 
Bruno Fernandes late goal against Fulham – Getty image Scott McTominay appeared to give his team an early lead, but VAR ruled it out, citing Harry Maguire’s offside position in the build-up. Even when he didn’t touch the ball, VAR noted he was actively involved. In the second, Anthony Martial’s ambitious overhead kick narrowly missed the target, causing United more frustration. As injury time drew closer, Fulham had multiple opportunities to clear the danger, but it was Bruno Fernandes who capitalized on the situation. The United captain found himself on the edge of the area, delivering a low finish that eluded Bernd Leno and secured the crucial victory for his team.
“Bruno Fernandes is stood in the centre circle with his arms raised saying ‘why is it me not coming off?’ “Honestly, I have to say some of his behaviour in the second half has been a disgrace. I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms about, not running about. That wasn’t a captain’s performance by him.” Fellow pundit and former Man Utd team-mate Keane said: “Fernandes’ body language today was disgraceful. Players will no doubt feel ashamed. They went missing in the second half. “But I have to say Liverpool were absolutely amazing. Their energy, decision-making… Liverpool were back to their very, very best.” Sky cameras failed to show his so-called outburst but footage from the stands has since emerged showing the Portuguese midfielder’s reaction. Watch below………………………………………. Bruno Fernandes going mad he wanted to come off WTF 😳 pic.twitter.com/1ytYt6jkD5 — shab (@shabbiar) March 5, 2023 Apparently this was Bruno Fernandes BEGGING to be subbed off? @GNev2 is such a clownpic.twitter.com/mJGocA00j7 — AB⚕ (@AbsoluteBruno) March 6, 2023 
Source : Goal Bruno Fernandes‘ equaliser in the Manchester derby was given by VAR despite Marcus Rashford being in an offside position. WHAT HAPPENED? The Portugal international brought Manchester United back into the game in the 78th minute after finding the back of the net from Casemiro’s assist. The Brazilian played a through ball for Rashford who started the run in an offside position. The English forward did not touch the ball and instead left it for Fernandes, who found the back of the net with a curling shot from the edge of the box. WHY WAS IT GIVEN? Despite the linesman ruling the strike out initially for offside, after consulting VAR referee Stuart Atwell awarded the goal as Rashford didn’t touch the ball nor did he interfere with any of the Manchester City defenders. The visitors were left furious after the midfielder’s goal stood. THE BIGGER PICTURE: Just three minutes after Bruno’s equaliser, Rashford scored the winner for the Red Devils from Alejandro Garnacho’s assist which confirmed a crucial three points for his side. They now have 38 points from 18 matches, one point less than Pep Guardiola’s side. WHAT’S NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED: Erik ten Hag’s side next take on Crystal Palace on Wednesday before facing league leaders Arsenal on January 22. Source: Goal.Com 
Manchester United star, Bruno Fernandes has said that he and his teammates are not afraid to take on Manchester City today, January 14, even though they are one of the best teams in the world. While Manchester United are just four points behind Manchester City on the Premier League table, Fernandes stated that they believe in themselves and are not afraid of anyone. He said; “Man City are one of the best clubs in the league, but it is about believing in ourselves,” said Fernandes. “Now probably you can see a team that has a way to play that convinces the fans and the players it is the right one that can win games. “You go into every game and the feeling you have now is that we are not afraid to play against anyone. In the past you couldn’t see that. When the toughest games were coming, there was a little bit of ‘can we do it or not?’. 
“But now if you look at the fans, the players, everyone, you feel that we can play face-to-face with everyone at this moment. We know what this game means for everyone in the city, in the club, for the fans, for ourselves. It’s been a good moment for us.” Manchester United has lost more Premier League home games against City than they have against any other opponent. In their last match at the Etihad in October 2022, they were defeated 6-3 by Manchester City. This might be an opportunity to rewrite their history.