"Being so close in the league and making the small jump that we could if we won and off the back of a defeat, it was a small test in some ways, and we haven't really had that with the games we've had to deal with. The boys dealt with it fantastically well. Moving forward, there is a lot to play for."
"He's had so many big moments, whether it's to score a goal or to make a pass, he is always there. He always puts himself forward, whether it's training or a game. Casemiro and Bruno [Fernandes] have a good understanding. Some you can coach, and some you leave to them to find the moment."
"His assist for Cunha's goal was Fernandes' 100th in all competitions for Man Utd, becoming the fourth player to reach a century of assists for the club in the Premier League era, after Ryan Giggs (249), Wayne Rooney (127) and David Beckham (115)."
Manchester United defeated Aston Villa 3-1 at Old Trafford, with Bruno Fernandes providing two assists to secure the win. The victory strengthened United's position in third place and their Champions League qualification prospects. Manager Michael Carrick praised his team's response to the pressure, noting it was a significant test given the proximity in the league standings. Fernandes' assist for Matheus Cunha's goal marked his 100th in all competitions for United, making him the fourth player to achieve this milestone in the Premier League era. Additionally, Fernandes surpassed David Beckham's single-season assist record with 16 assists in the 2025-26 campaign. Carrick highlighted Fernandes' consistency and his strong partnership with Casemiro.
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