Ruud van Nistelrooy has brought out the best in Bruno Fernandes. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
Man United took a 2-0 lead at half-time in their Premier League clash with Leicester City courtesy of Bruno Fernandes’ magic.
The Manchester club celebrated the 250th appearance for their captain on Sunday afternoon ahead of their game with the Foxes at Old Trafford, as the Portuguese star has been a brilliant servant for the Red Devils since arriving from Sporting CP in 2020.
The 30-year-old celebrated the occasion by opening the scoring against Leicester as the midfielder netted a beauty from outside the away side’s area with 17 minutes played.
The Man United captain would also play a part in Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side doubling their lead before the break as Leicester’s Victor Kristiansen flicked the ball into his own net, leading the Foxes were a very tough task in the second 45 minutes.
Fernandes is a man who has thrived under Van Nistelrooy at Old Trafford and it is evident in the midfielder’s stats.
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Man United captain Bruno Fernandes is loving life with Ruud van Nistelrooy
Fernandes was one of many Man United stars criticized for his performances during the opening phase of the 2024/25 campaign as the Red Devils side struggled for form under Erik ten Hag. However, since the sacking of the Dutch coach, the Portuguese international has been on fire.
according to Squawkathe A 30-year-old had not scored in his first 13 games for Ten Hag; since Van Nistelrooy took temporary charge of the Manchester side, the 30-year-old has scored four goals in his last four games.
The Dutch manager seems to have brought out the best in his captain and it has been to United’s advantage as the Red Devils have not lost a game before Ruben Amorim takes over at Old Trafford.
