Why Bruno Fernandes was substituted by Manchester United vs Liverpool FC

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has admitted Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been mad with him twice during his time at the club.Fernandes has transformed the United team following his arrival from Sporting Lisbon 12 months ago, spearheading their charge up the Premier League table last season and their title bid in the current campaign.The Portuguese is considered a leader in the dressing room and has vented his frustration at United's failure to win

straight to your inbox every day for freeSince Bruno Fernandes moved to England, Manchester United have evolved to become a highly competitive team who can win matches in a variety of different ways.The Portuguese midfielder has had a dramatic impact on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team, with the Red Devils currently placed second in the Premier League table after 22 games this season.For perspective, after the same number of matches last year, United ranked fifth in the table with 10 fewer

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes joked Fred resembled Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos after his second-half cameo at left-back during the win against Southampton.United cruised to a win against Saints at Old Trafford, netting four first-half goals which put the result beyond doubt after Alex Jankewitz's early red card.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saw a chance to hand some first-team minutes to summer signing Donny van de Beek given United's superior position and rest the in-form

straight to your inbox every day for free David Luiz has revealed that Bruno Fernandes told him he was trying to 'surprise everyone' with his free-kick approach against Arsenal on Saturday evening. Manchester United were held to a goalless draw at the Emirates, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side restricted to a handful of chances in the match.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has developed into a dead-ball specialist since joining Manchester United and it is not just opposition goalkeepers who have struggled to stop him finding the back of the net.Fernandes joined United from Sporting Lisbon for an initial fee of £47million in January 2020 and immediately assumed the role of penalty taker within the squad.

straight to your inbox every day for freeSaturday will mark a year to the day since Bruno Fernandes completed his move from Sporting CP to Manchester United.The Portuguese midfielder quickly became a key player for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, enjoying an incredible first 12 months at Old Trafford, with his transfer officially completed on January 30, 2020.Fernandes' signing propelled United on a run of form that saw them qualify for the Champions League last season before launching a potential title

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have been reacting to a moment in the second half of Wednesday's loss to Sheffield United which perfectly highlighted the difference in work ethic of Bruno Fernandes and Anthony Martial during the game. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side suffered a 2-1 defeat to the Blades at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer held talks with Donny van de Beek about his role in the squad before their midweek win over Fulham.The Dutchman's lack of game time has been a talking point amongst supporters and the media after signing from Ajax for £40million in the summer.Van de Beek currently finds himself fifth choice at Old Trafford, behind Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, Scott McTominay and Fred, which has seen him used as a late substitute

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has hit back at suggestions he is feeling the effects of a gruelling season after being let out of the Manchester United starting line-up in the FA Cup win against Liverpool.The Portuguese playmaker was a surprise omission by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the Old Trafford fixture, but he came off the bench with 24 minutes remaining and scored the winner with an arrowed free-kick, sealing a 3-2 victory.Fernandes was withdrawn late on at Anfield

straight to your inbox every day for freePerhaps the most surprising feature about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team selection against Liverpool was two members of his trusted trio in midfield started on the bench.Solskjaer settled on the dependable duo of Scott McTominay and Fred behind Bruno Fernandes back in October, only Fred and Fernandes came out of the front six and McTominay, a substitute at Fulham in midweek, partnered Paul Pogba.It was McTominay whom Edinson Cavani failed to find with a

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has revealed his methodical approach to free-kick practice, which paid off in style for Manchester United against Liverpool. The 26-year-old fired home a brilliant 78th minute free-kick in United's 3-2 FA Cup victor y over Liverpool on Sunday evening.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United have included Donny van de Beek and Victor Lindelof in their side to take on Liverpool in today's FA Cup fourth-round tie.United have made five changes from the team that beat Fulham 2-1 in midweek, with Dean Henderson, Scott McTominay and Marcus Rashford also coming into the side.

United will be without Phil Jones, Brandon Williams and Marcos Rojo through injury against Liverpool, whilst Dean Henderson is likely to start in place of David De Gea, and players like Nemanja Matic, Donny van de Beek and Alex Telles are all pushing to start.However, Scott McTominay, Fred, Bruno Fernandes, Edinson Cavani and Paul Pogba are all likely to start having been in good form in recent weeks.* Click here to subscribe to Level up! The esports and gaming show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere is your Manchester United morning digest on Friday, January 22. Bruno Fernandes' impact at Old Trafford is similar to Eric Cantona's, according to Manchester United Class of 92 graduate Ben Thornley.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand has defended Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford in the wake of Manchester United's draw with Liverpool.United played out a goalless stalemate against Jurgen Klopp's men at Anfield on Sunday. The result kept Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side at the top of the Premier League table - three points ahead of the Reds.Liverpool are now fourth, a point behind Manchester City and Leicester City going into this week's matches.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday, January 18.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer heralded the 'excellent' Paul Pogba, who he says played on the right side of a four-man midfield against Liverpool because he felt the position suited the Frenchman's qualities.When United's team was first announced, it was expected that Pogba would start on the left flank.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes said Manchester United's players made the wrong decisions in key second-half moments against Liverpool. Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba saw major late opportunities saved by Liverpool keeper Alisson, as United played out a 0-0 draw at Anfield.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHarry Maguire revealed Manchester United's players were disappointed by their passing and lack of 'rhythm' in the first half against Liverpool. United were held to a 0-0 draw by Liverpool at Anfield, though were denied late on by two Alisson saves to keep out efforts by Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba.