Erik ten Hag hails Bruno Fernandes vs Fulham as Manchester United captain sends warning

04.11.2023 - 22:21 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Manchester United will hope Bruno Fernandes’ 91st-minute winner against Fulham will be enough to spark a resurrection of the club’s season.

The visitors did not play fluently at Craven Cottage by any means, but the Reds claimed a much-needed win. Fernandes has faced criticism over his role as captain after losses to Manchester City and Newcastle.

Erik ten Hag reiterated his support for the midfielder as skipper, calling him an “example” to the rest of the squad. Meanwhile, Fernandes has urged his United teammates to kick on and build on the result. READ MORE: United player ratings vs Fulham READ MORE: United players respond to fans' banner vs Fulham Ten Hag lauded Fernandes as an "example" to United players after his match-winning goal against Fulham.

Fernandes scored the only goal of the game at Craven Cottage in the 91st minute to end a rotten run of two consecutive 3-0 defeats for United.

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