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Bruno Fernandes

Also known as: The Portuguese midfielder

Manchester United midfielder who equalled the Premier League assists record with 20 in the 2025/26 season.

2026-04-282026-07-08

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The Colombian goalkeeper produced a save of the highest order shortly afterwards to deny Bruno Fernandes.

    Colombia and Portugal through to World Cup last 32 after thrilling draw
  3. The Standard

    The Colombian goalkeeper produced a save of the highest order shortly afterwards to deny Bruno Fernandes.

    Colombia and Portugal through to World Cup last 32 after thrilling draw
  4. The Standard

    The Congolese were matching the Portuguese, though, and 35-year-old veteran striker Cedric Bakambu shrugged aside Bruno Fernandes, but his shot came back off the near post.

    Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn historic World Cup point
  5. Citizen Digital

    The Congolese were matching the Portuguese, though, and 35-year-old veteran striker Cedric Bakambu shrugged aside Bruno Fernandes, but his shot came back off the near post.

    Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn historic World Cup point
  6. Citizen Digital

    Fresh from winning back-to-back Champions League titles with Paris Saint-Germain, Vitinha is joined by his club teammate Joao Neves and Manchester Unied's Bruno Fernandes in a high-octane midfield.

    Portugal talented but not World Cup favourites, says Vitinha
  7. Citizen Digital

    Premier League player of the year, Bruno Fernandes, who played the full game added the second from long range.

    Portugal, Belgium prepare for World Cup with wins
  8. Citizen Digital

    2-1 loss to South Korea.Instead, he has returned under former Belgium manager Roberto Martinez with the persistence of a man who treats Father Time as just another marker to shrug off.Portugal now have a glittering supporting cast, ​including Vitinha, Joao Neves, ​Bruno Fernandes

    Ronaldo heads for sixth World Cup with unfinished business
  9. May 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    This season, Manchester United playmaker Bruno Fernandes set a new record for Premier League assists, and the Paris Saint-Germain contingent –- including Vitinha, Joao Neves and Nuno Mendes -– are among the best in their positions in the world.

    Ronaldo's final bid for World Cup glory
  11. Citizen Digital

    umbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); United made it 12 wins in 17 games under Carrick at Brighton, Patrick Dorgu opening the scoring in the 33rd minute before Bryan Mbeumo and captain Bruno Fernandes

    Carrick says Man Utd's third-place finish 'something to build on'
  12. Citizen Digital

    Man Utd's Fernandes named Premier League Player of the Season By AFP May 23, 2026 06:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester United's Portuguese midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (R) smiles on the pitch

    Man Utd's Fernandes named Premier League Player of the Season

Sunday 28 June

  1. Colombia tops Group K, faces Ghana after Portugal draw

    Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 in their World Cup Group K match on Sunday, with Colombia finishing top of the group. Colombia will play Ghana in the last 32, while Portugal will face Croatia.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Colombia tops World Cup Group K after 0-0 draw with Portugal

    Colombia finished top of World Cup Group K after a 0-0 draw with Portugal on Saturday, with a late goal ruled out for marginal offside. Colombia will play Ghana in the last 32, while Portugal face Croatia.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 18 June

  1. DR Congo draw 1-1 with Portugal in historic World Cup debut

    Democratic Republic of Congo secured their first ever point at the World Cup finals in a 1-1 draw with Portugal in Group K, with Yoane Wissa's header canceling out Joao Neves's early goal. The African side, appearing in their first World Cup since 1974, more than held their own despite disrupted preparations due to an Ebola outbreak, while Cristiano Ronaldo was largely peripheral throughout the match.

    18 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 17 June

  1. DR Congo draw with Portugal in World Cup return after 52 years

    The Democratic Republic of Congo secured their first ever World Cup point, drawing 1-1 with Portugal in a Group K match. Yoane Wissa's header cancelled out João Neves's early goal, with Cristiano Ronaldo playing a peripheral role in the match.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Vitinha: Portugal contenders but not World Cup favourites

    Portugal midfielder Vitinha said his talented squad are contenders for the World Cup but denied they are favourites, citing a high-octane midfield and attacking talent including Cristiano Ronaldo, João Félix, Pedro Neto and Rafael Leão.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 7 June

  1. Portugal and Belgium win friendly matches ahead of World Cup

    Portugal beat Chile 2–1 in Oeiras while Belgium defeated Tunisia 5–0 in Brussels in international friendly matches on Saturday. Both matches featured red cards, including offences against Portugal's Rafael Leao and Ivan Roman following a mass scuffle.

    7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo heads to sixth World Cup at age 41

    Cristiano Ronaldo will participate in his sixth World Cup in 2026 at age 41, matching Lionel Messi's appearances at the tournament. Ronaldo has never won the World Cup despite reaching the semi-finals in 2006 and has since experienced two round-of-16 exits, a quarter-final defeat, and a group-stage elimination.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 30 May

  1. Ronaldo prepares for record sixth World Cup appearance

    Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, will play in a record sixth World Cup for Portugal in 2026, with debate continuing over whether the five-time Ballon d'Or winner strengthens or hinders manager Roberto Martinez's squad. Ronaldo is the men's international leading goalscorer with 143 strikes, including 25 in 30 games under Martinez.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Carrick hails Manchester United third-place finish as foundation

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said the club's third-place Premier League finish is "something to build on" after a 3-0 victory at Brighton on Sunday. Carrick, confirmed as permanent head coach on a two-year contract Friday, has overseen a dramatic improvement in form since taking over in January, securing Champions League football and winning 12 of 17 matches under his tenure.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 23 May

  1. Fernandes wins Premier League Player of Season award

    Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was named Premier League Player of the Season on Saturday, equalling the record for most assists in a single campaign with 20, alongside Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. The 31-year-old also scored eight league goals this term, helping United secure Champions League qualification.

    23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22-year drought

    Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, ending a 22-year wait and securing the title with one game remaining. The article examines key factors in the Gunners' triumph under Mikel Arteta, including goalkeeper David Raya's clean-sheet record.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 18 May

  1. Fernandes matches Premier League assists record with 20

    Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes has provided 20 assists in the 2025/26 Premier League season, matching the record jointly held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. The 31-year-old Portuguese midfielder set up Bryan Mbeumo for United's third goal in their 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest and is now targeting top spot on the assists charts.

    18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 17 May

  1. Fernandes equals Premier League assist record in Man Utd win

    Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season as Manchester United defeated Nottingham Forest 3–2 to secure third place and Champions League qualification. Fernandes moved alongside Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne with the assist on Bryan Mbeumo's goal.

    17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Fernandes equals Premier League assist record; Man Utd beats Forest

    Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season as Manchester United secured third place with a 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest, moving alongside Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.

    17 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 11 May

  1. Guardiola backs Egyptian striker Marmoush for City run-in

    Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expects striker Omar Marmoush to play a key role in the closing stages of the season, as City pursue a domestic treble with four games left, including the FA Cup final. Marmoush has made seven Premier League starts this season but scored off the bench in City's 3-0 win over Brentford.

    11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 4 May

  1. Manchester United beats Liverpool 3-2 in Champions League race

    Manchester United secured Champions League football next season with a 3-2 victory over Liverpool, with Kobbie Mainoo scoring the winner. Third-placed United opened a six-point lead over Liverpool and are guaranteed to finish in the top five.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 3 May

  1. Manchester United beat Liverpool 3-2 for Champions League qualification

    Manchester United secured Champions League football next season with a 3-2 victory over Liverpool, coming from behind after being 2-0 down at half-time. Kobbie Mainoo's goal secured the win and manager Michael Carrick's position for next season.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Man Utd beats Liverpool 3-2 to secure Champions League place

    Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2, with Kobbie Mainoo's goal securing the victory and United's return to Champions League football after a two-year absence. United led 2-0 early but conceded two goals before Mainoo's late strike sealed the win.

    3 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Casemiro and Fernandes lead Man United to 2-1 Brentford win

    Michael Carrick praised Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes after Manchester United defeated Brentford 2-1 at Old Trafford, a result that moved them closer to Champions League qualification and secured a second successive victory.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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