Bruno Fernandes

Bruno Fernandes will not face any further action from the FA for shoving an assistant referee at the end of Manchester United's 7-0 loss to Liverpool.

[7-0 thrashing away to Liverpool](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/absolutely-atrocious-manchester-united-winners-losers-liverpool-run-riot-disgraceful-red-devils/blt6a7881cc2a8da38c). The Portuguese midfielder nudged the assistant during the second half of the game, which was [noted by the FA and set to be investigated](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458). Fans have been heavily critical of the Portugal international's attitude since the result, with him

WHAT HAPPENED? Fernandes appeared to be asking to be substituted in the 85th minute when Marcus Rashford was brought off the field, but a report from the ...

He was criticised heavily for his performance and attitude after the game, while also coming under fire for shoving an official late in the second half, although it has since been confirmed that United legends Instead, the 28-year-old - who captained United on the day - was seeking clarification over his position following the introduction of Anthony Elanga.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was not asking to be substituted during the 7-0 loss to Liverpool, BBC Sport is told.

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The Football Association, FA, will not punish Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes, following his push on an assistant referee during their 7-0 drubbing at.

While the officials did not punish the Portugal midfielder, the FA can take retrospective disciplinary action for violent behaviour on the pitch. Fernandes could be seen pushing an assistant referee in frustration during the second half of the match. The Football Association, FA, will not punish Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes, following his push on an assistant referee during their 7-0 drubbing at Liverpool on Sunday.

EXCLUSIVE: Bruno Fernandes has suffered a huge blow to his hopes of being Manchester United's next permanent captain as doubts grow at the club over his ...

Many at United - players included - were irritated by Fernandes’ behaviour on the pitch on Sunday. - There are concerns over his suitability in the role as captain of Man United EXCLUSIVE: Bruno Fernandes’ Anfield antics look set to END his dream of becoming full-time Manchester United captain, with many at the club - team-mates included - irritated by his behaviour

Former Crystal Palace owner, Simon Jordan has told the English Football Association, FA, to hand Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes punishment for.

“The captain of arguably the biggest club in English football, not in achievement terms but in terms of reputation and reputation, should not go unpunished for this. “There’s an example that needs to be set at the top of the game right through to the grassroots…” he told talkSPORT Former Crystal Palace owner, Simon Jordan has told the English Football Association, FA, to hand Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes punishment for pushing a linesman during the Red Devil’s humiliating 7-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday.

Bruno Fernandes will not face any further action from the FA for shoving an assistant referee at the end of Manchester United's 7-0 loss to Liverpool.

The Portuguese midfielder nudged the assistant during the second half of the game, which was [noted by the FA and set to be investigated](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458). [7-0 thrashing away to Liverpool](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/absolutely-atrocious-manchester-united-winners-losers-liverpool-run-riot-disgraceful-red-devils/blt6a7881cc2a8da38c). Fans have been heavily critical of the Portugal international's attitude since the result, with him

Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes has said that he feels sorry for midfielder Bruno Fernandes following the team's Premier League 7-0 defeat to.

“He’s been on the right, he’s played through the middle, he has been a little bit all over the place. “He’s been pushed out to many positions to do a job for the team, he was on the left [against Liverpool]. Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes has said that he feels sorry for midfielder Bruno Fernandes following the team’s Premier League 7-0 defeat to Liverpool over the weekend.

Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag has said there are 'no plans' to strip midfielder Bruno Fernandes of the armband after calls for the Portugal.

Bruno Fernandes came in for criticism after captaining Manchester United to a 7-0 defeat at Liverpool on Sunday, with concerns over his ability to skipper ...

[Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) - recent comments from Ten Hag suggested the £80m man could yet have an Old Trafford future. [Manchester Evening News](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-captain-fernandes-casemiro-26398734) poll, summer signing Casemiro is the fans' preference to take over as club captain if Maguire moves on. [Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) has worn the armband on a number of occasions this season, having previously skippered Sporting CP in Portugal. The "The Incredible Sulk racked up quite the rap sheet at Anfield," Sutton continued. A push on an official was also a talking point, though The remaining 9.2 per cent was split between a number of players, including Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane and "He had a good performance, he took initiative in and out of possession, and so he was dominating in defence but in offence he had some really good moments," [the manager said](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-harry-maguire-tenhag-transfer-29370101) after the recent [FA Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fa-cup) victory against [West Ham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/west-ham-united-fc). However, the midfielder's performance in [Sunday's 7-0 defeat at Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/liverpool-man-utd-goals-highlights-29378558) has left some calling for him to be denied the chance to captain United permanently. [Harry Maguire](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/harry-maguire) currently serves as club captain, but the England centre-back [has not been a regular starter](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-maguire-ten-hag-29329420) since Erik ten Hag took over as manager. [Luke Shaw](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/luke-shaw). The former [Leicester](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) man has been linked with a summer departure, which would force Ten Hag to select a permanent successor.

Former Premier League striker Chris Sutton has said that Bruno Fernandes should not captain Manchester United again following Sunday's humiliating 7-0 ...

He also appeared to push the referee’s assistant in the 81st minute. No action was taken by the referee at the time and the incident is not being investigated by the Football Association The Portuguese deputized in the absence of club captain Harry Maguire, and was criticised for his behaviour and attitude in the game.

The English FA has been told to hand Bruno Fernandes at least a five match ban for pushing the lineman during Manchester United's 7-0 defeat to Liverpool.

But Ref Support UK, which is dedicated to independent training, support and development of referees, are calling for a five-match ban on the former Benfica man. Ref Support UK wants the Portuguese to serve a five-game ban for his action. The English FA has been told to hand Bruno Fernandes at least a five match ban for pushing the lineman during Manchester United’s 7-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.

Manchester United players have reportedly grown irritated with Bruno Fernandes' behaviour, with doubts mounting over his suitability as captain.

Fernandes was also seen pushing the assistant referee on the pitch during the Liverpool clash, but as the incident was not included in the referee's report of the game, he [escaped punishment](https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d) from The FA. However, a number of figures at United now have major doubts over handing the 28-year-old that responsibility, including some of his team-mates, who were unimpressed by his actions at Anfield. The Portuguese was seen expressing his frustration throughout the contest, often directly to his team-mates, and went straight down the tunnel at full-time without acknowledging the away supporters at Anfield, which is said to have raised question marks over his leadership credentials.

Bruno Fernandes has been heavily criticised for his on-field behaviour following Manchester United's defeat to Liverpool, and it appears he may have irked ...

[Join the debate!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-bruno-fernandes-captain-29390785#comments-section) What did you think of Fernandes' antics against Liverpool? [talkSPORT:](https://talksport.com/football/1170516/manchester-united-news-bruno-fernandes-harry-maguire-cristiano-ronaldo-marcus-rashford-jadon-sancho/) "For me, Fernandes, since he's been in the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league), yes he's had great stats, goalscoring and assists but he looks like the worst teammate. [The Daily Mail](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11826923/Man-United-concerned-Bruno-Fernandes-right-man-wear-captains-armband.html), some players at the club were left 'irritated' by Fernandes' behaviour at Anfield. Mirror Football understands that, despite calls for [Erik ten Hag](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) to do so and the heavy criticism he has faced in the aftermath of Sunday's result, Fernandes will remain as the club's vice-captain for the foreseeable future. That's the sort of player Fernandes is. He's always the one that's throwing his arms up in the air. The worst possible teammate." Fernandes gets away with murder. Did you see Fernandes do anything? [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) in the absence of [Harry Maguire](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/harry-maguire), cut a frustrated figure at Anfield and has been [blasted by fans and pundits alike](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/fernandes-man-utd-liverpool-captain-29381357) for his negative body language. [Manchester United's chastening 7-0 defeat](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/liverpool-man-utd-goals-highlights-29378558) against [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) unscathed, but [Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) has been taking the bulk of the criticism in the wake of Sunday's dismal drubbing. [should no longer wear the armband](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/bruno-fernandes-man-utd-captain-29383577) as a result of his petulant behaviour at Anfield.

Mark Goldbridge has hit out at 'tasteless' criticism of Bruno Fernandes from ex-Manchester United players.The Portuguese star was among those called o.

He’s always been that player who goes down and gets in the referee’s face. As a team it was really bad and last season this was why Manchester United failed so badly because the blame was shifted all around the team, there was leaks from the dressing room. “He has this thing and he needs to get rid of that. “That’s when after the fans start hating Nani a little bit. “I feel like no manager has taught him you can’t do that. [Five](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk9TXidMUJE): “Honestly, it was embarrassing.

Ian Wright believes Bruno Fernandes curbed some of his bad habits while Cristiano Ronaldo was at the club following his antics during Manchester United's ...

[Join the debate!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-bruno-fernandes-ronaldo-29394053#comments-section) Do you think Fernandes should remain in his role as Man Utd vice-captain? He added: "When you look at the capitulation of the team it’s a reflection of the captain. "To see the captain like that, he cannot be… The 28-year-old vice-captain has been slammed for his negative body language and his petulant behaviour [was branded "embarrassing"](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-bruno-fernandes-liverpool-29382321) by Old Trafford favourite [Gary Neville](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/gary-neville). When I saw Bajcetic go past him and he stopped that was the last straw because when you look at his histrionics he’s someone who wouldn’t last [in the dressing rooms he played in]. [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) Productions, Wright said: "I think his [Fernandes'] histrionics have kicked on a bit more since Ronaldo is not in the dressing room. "The captain is a special person in there. "He seemed to quieten himself down when Ronaldo wasn’t there and now Ronaldo’s gone he feels he’s the boss of that dressing room. I don’t know who is going to bring that guy in line." And he believes that Fernandes' on-field behaviour was far better when Ronaldo was at the club. There’s a lot of problems to me when you look at that performance from him. In recent months, Fernandes has worn the captain's armband with

Manchester United chiefs reportedly hold reservations about handing Bruno Fernandes the captain's armband full-time if Harry Maguire leaves this.

[David de Gea](/people/david-de-gea/), [Raphael Varane](/people/raphael-varane/) and [Casemiro](/people/casemiro/) are now understood to be some of the top contenders to take over as captain if Maguire leaves, but the language barrier will harm the latter's chances of taking on the job. [Gary Neville](/people/gary-neville/) [labelling the midfielder "embarrassing"](/football/man-utd/top-four-race/news/neville-slams-embarrassing-fernandes-in-man-united-defeat_508279.html) after he was caught on the chest by [Ibrahima Konate](/people/ibrahima-konate/) but went down holding his face. [Harry Maguire](/people/harry-maguire/) falling out of favour under [Erik ten Hag](/people/erik-ten-hag/), Fernandes has often taken on armband duties during the 2022-23 campaign.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Manchester United players have reportedly grown irritated with Bruno Fernandes' behaviour, with doubts mounting over his suitability as captain.

Fernandes was also seen pushing the assistant referee on the pitch during the Liverpool clash, but as the incident was not included in the referee's report of the game, he [escaped punishment](https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d) from The FA. However, a number of figures at United now have major doubts over handing the 28-year-old that responsibility, including some of his team-mates, who were unimpressed by his actions at Anfield. The Portuguese was seen expressing his frustration throughout the contest, often directly to his team-mates, and went straight down the tunnel at full-time without acknowledging the away supporters at Anfield, which is said to have raised question marks over his leadership credentials.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag needs to make an example of Bruno Fernandes after he treated the captain's armband with disdain during Sunday's ...

[Sunday's horrifying 7-0 defeat to Liverpool.](https://www.goal.com/en/lists/absolutely-atrocious-manchester-united-winners-losers-liverpool-run-riot-disgraceful-red-devils/blt6a7881cc2a8da38c) So imagine being a Manchester United player and seeing Bruno Fernandes' behaviour during In times of trouble, a football team looks to its captain for a lift.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Manchester United players have reportedly grown irritated with Bruno Fernandes' behaviour, with doubts mounting over his suitability as captain.

Fernandes was also seen pushing the assistant referee on the pitch during the Liverpool clash, but as the incident was not included in the referee's report of the game, he [escaped punishment](https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d) from The FA. However, a number of figures at United now have major doubts over handing the 28-year-old that responsibility, including some of his team-mates, who were unimpressed by his actions at Anfield. The Portuguese was seen expressing his frustration throughout the contest, often directly to his team-mates, and went straight down the tunnel at full-time without acknowledging the away supporters at Anfield, which is said to have raised question marks over his leadership credentials.

The headlines have been dominated by Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes in the aftermath of their humiliating 7-0 drubbing against Liverpool at ...

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Bruno Fernandes has created more chances from open play (60) than any other player in the Premier League this season but the question on the lips of most ...

The place of the captain is a very sensitive and important one in a club. The midfielder is very important to United as they seek to reclaim their pride of place in English and European football. His overall behavior must conform with the vision of Erik ten Hag who is on the march towards making United the very dreaded team like the coaching days of Sir Alex Ferguson. The captain is the bridge between the club/fans and the players. Fernandes is a brilliant player on his day but discipline, passion and dedication must accompany that footballing brain. In the course of the one-sided contest, Fernandes shoved the assistant referee on the byline when a decision did not go his way. The former Ajax manager called the performance of his players 'disgraceful' but reiterated that they have to move in from the defeat fast as they head into Thursday's UEFA Europa League clash against a very good Real Betis side. Luckily for the Portuguese, he was not booked for that incident after referee Andy Madley spotted the incident in real time and had not included it in his match report. [alluded to by Chris Sutton](https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/64869709) following the awful in-game performance and unprofessional conduct of Fernandes in United’s 7-0 mauling in the hands of Liverpool on Sunday evening. However that was what the football world including those who know how best to play their casino games witnessed at Anfield in unarguably the Premier League’s biggest fixture on March 5. There is this known belief in football that captains are not just leaders on football pitches but in attitude as well as Bruno Fernandes has created more chances from open play (60) than any other player in the Premier League this season but the question on the lips of most Manchester United supporters is: should he keep the captain's armband?

Manchester United players have reportedly grown irritated with Bruno Fernandes' behaviour, with doubts mounting over his suitability as captain.

WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED? Fernandes was also seen pushing the assistant referee on the pitch during the Liverpool clash, but as the incident was not included in the referee's report of the game, he [escaped punishment](https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d) from The FA. However, a number of figures at United now have major doubts over handing the 28-year-old that responsibility, including some of his team-mates, who were unimpressed by his actions at Anfield.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

The Portuguese midfielder had a game to forget at Liverpool, perhaps more so than most.

Ten Hag will be on the lookout for a reaction in the weeks to come and as one of the senior members of the team, Fernandes must give him one. I just try to help make the things better for the team. "Even in normal life I try to help people. He said: "I try to be myself. [Erik ten Hag's](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) standout players this season and his vice-captaincy role has seen him take the armband more than expected. To do this, he must now follow his own advice.

Bruno Fernandes has a penchant for on-field histrionics, but his behaviour against Liverpool may come back to bite him as his captaincy is questioned.

I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms up as team-mates and not running back. [won't be taking any action against him for pushing the linesman](https://www.goal.com/en/news/explained-why-manchester-united-skipper-bruno-fernandes-escaped-punishment-shoving-assistant-referee-liverpool/blt00c193ab9e32090d), and the theory about him asking to be withdrawn [has since been debunked](https://www.goal.com/en/news/bruno-fernandes-didnt-ask-subbed-during-manchester-united-7-0-humiliation-anfield/bltc0d6c70cc421a936), but that hasn't stopped his leadership credentials being called into question. [he was blasted by pundits for his usual arm-waving and hissy fits](https://www.goal.com/en/news/disgraceful-bruno-fernandes-sub-man-utd-gary-neville-7-0-liverpool/bltf79905876dbfa9f0) in the direction of his team-mates, then he appeared to be in hot water [for shoving an assistant referee](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trouble-bruno-fernandes-fa-investigate-man-utd-captain-pushing-assistant-referee-liverpool/bltbfa6cc79f938d458), and post-match it was alleged he had demanded a substitution having had his fill of the embarrassment.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has come in for heavy criticism for his antics during the Red Devils' embarrassing defeat in their derby trip to ...

[Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) because I’ve had enough of him throwing his arms around at his teammates. Erik ten Hag will deal with them very strongly in the next 24, 48 hours. I’ve had enough of him not running back. So me, when I see this body language, as a manager, those players won't play in my team. "I feel like no manager has taught him you can't do that. I don't want to just pick Bruno, I love Bruno as a player, but his body language, this is not the first game it was like that. Paul Pogba used to have this also at Those antics have drawn the ire of Evra, who won five "That's when after the fans start hating Nani a little bit. And I see him arguing with players sometimes," he told Vibe with Five. [Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) after the [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) captain's dire performance in the thrashing at [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc). [Juventus](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/juventus-fc), and Allegri benched him because of that.

Our defence of Bruno Fernandes has been dismissed by fans of other clubs while we have lots on the big wins v small trophies debate.

Yes we still struggle to score goals and have had a few bad results but it highlights the difference between a good manager and a bad. Particularly given that Liverpool, despite winning the Champions League and league in recent years, haven’t actually won that many trophies – so one might think that fans of the club, with the team approaching the end of its current era, would want to maximise the trophy count while still possible. I want United to be the most decorated club in English football and only Liverpool are in the way. I have Liverpool at 45 (19 league titles, 8 FA Cups, 9 League Cups and 9 European titles) ahead of United at 43 (20 league titles, 12 FA Cups, 6 League Cups and 5 European titles). It’s like Leeds United – I’m aware that in theory I’m meant to dislike them, but it’s hard to bear much of a grudge against a team who have been so underwhelming for so long. If Liverpool lose or revert to this season’s type in the next game, this definitely feeds into the suggestion that this was the biggest game of their season, and a chance to claim some glory. So I would at this moment rather win the League Cup (and more) than beat Liverpool 7-0. I mean there’s a long way to go before we can say that but I’ve got an inkling that the long-term impacts of this one might well be positive for United. We all defend our favourites to the point of being biased, but I just get the impression that this defence is done less out of valour, and more out of a sneaky attempt to cash in on a topical player for clicks. And I remember being at League Cup finals and not being that fussed about the outcome. You can’t accept all the credit for ousting Ronaldo, only to allow Fernandes and his petulance to be the face of your team week to week. We saw it a lot last year, and the beginning of this.

The final decision of Manchester United boss, Erik ten Hag on stripping Bruno Fernandes of the club's captain band has been revealed. There have been.

The Sun says Ten Hag has no plans to take the armband off Fernandes and the midfielder still retains his faith. The final decision of Manchester United boss, Erik ten Hag on stripping Bruno Fernandes of the club’s captain band has been revealed. There have been calls for the captaincy to be removed from the midfielder following his embarrassing display against Liverpool on Sunday but The Sun reports that there is ‘no plans’ by Ten Hag to strip the Portuguese of the armband.

Bruno Fernandes was described as a disgrace and a shambles by Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville for his attitude in Sundays 7-0 thrashing at Anfield; ...

"As the manager said, nobody is perfect and sometimes you want to win so bad you end up doing things that are a little bit out of character. We were unorganised, yeah, communication was bad and that's why we conceded the goals. It's happened, the only thing we can do is learn from it. "He is intelligent. Asked if Fernandes will continue as captain, as he has done this season when Maguire is not on the pitch, he said: "Yes, definitely. He has helped other players become better leaders.

Erik ten Hag has insisted he is happy for Bruno Fernandes to continue as Manchester United captain, despite his behaviour in their loss at Liverpool.

He’s coaching players, he’s an inspiration, but no-one is perfect, everyone makes mistakes, we have to learn, he has to learn, he will because he’s intelligent. Ten Hag has declared that Fernandes will remain United's vice-captain despite the avalanche of criticism directed at the midfielder after the 7-0 hiding to Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Ten Hag acknowledged that Fernandes made "mistakes" against Liverpool, but insists he remains a key member of his squad and has highlighted his overall contribution this season.

Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has confirmed that Bruno Fernandes will continue as captain of the team. Ten Hag stated this during his press.

Ten Hag on whether Bruno Fernandes will continue as captain: “Yes. Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has confirmed that Bruno Fernandes will continue as captain of the team. Europa League: Ten Hag reveals decision on Bruno Fernandes captainship

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he loves nothing more than sharing the pitch with team-mate Bruno Fernandes. Fernandes, like many others, ...

"The reality of it is, we can’t be a well organised team with just one leader being the captain. "Like the manager said, no-one is perfect. "For a forward like me, he’s the perfect player to play with.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed that Bruno Fernandes will continue to serve as his vice-captain despite calls for him to be demoted.

Erik ten Hag has insisted he is happy for Bruno Fernandes to continue as Manchester United captain, despite his behaviour in their loss at Liverpool.

He’s coaching players, he’s an inspiration, but no-one is perfect, everyone makes mistakes, we have to learn, he has to learn, he will because he’s intelligent. Ten Hag acknowledged that Fernandes made "mistakes" against Liverpool, but insists he remains a key member of his squad and has highlighted his overall contribution this season. Ten Hag has declared that Fernandes will remain United's vice-captain despite the avalanche of criticism directed at the midfielder after the 7-0 hiding to Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.

Erik ten Hag has confirmed that 'inspirational' Bruno Fernandes will remain as Manchester United's stand-in skipper - despite his Anfield antics.The m.

“And like the boss said, we wouldn’t be in a position that we are in if he wasn’t playing games for us.” “But listen, I 100 per cent support Bruno and I’m behind him, and I think as a team we have to support him because he’s a fantastic player. “He’s done a lot for us in terms of bringing in his leadership skills and that was from the moment that he arrived [in January 2020]. “I’m really happy to have Bruno Fernandes in my team and I’m happy with him as our captain with Harry not on the pitch.” “He’s giving energy to the team, he’s not only running a lot with high intensity, but also in the right way, in the right direction. “I think he’s playing a brilliant season, he’s played an important role in the position that we are.

Bruno Fernandes has faced calls to lose the captain's armband but Erik ten Hag insists that he's "really happy" with the Manchester United star following ...

We have to take the lesson, we want to win trophies and if you want to do that you have to act differently. “We are in the same boat, we win together, we lose together, we make a mess on Sunday and we have to deal with it. After Sunday we got a big lesson, we take that and know we have to move on and look forward. I’m happy to have Bruno Fernandes in the team and that he’s captain when Harry isn’t on the pitch.” [Marcus Rashford](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/marcus-rashford) also backed Fernandes and said: “I love playing with Bruno, for a forward like me he’s a perfect player to play with. Like the manager said, nobody is perfect, sometimes you want to win so bad you end up doing things a little our of character. Have your say! That’s the way we treated it, all the energy, all the focus has to be on the next game.” “Yes, definitely,” said Ten Hag. Has Ten Hag made the right decision on Fernandes? “He’s done a lot in terms of bringing his leadership skills in, that was from the moment he arrived. “He’s playing a brilliant season, he’s had a really important role in why we’re in the position where we are, and he’s giving energy to the team - not only running a lot at the highest intensity but the right way and right direction.

Bruno Fernandes was criticised by Gary Neville, Roy Keane and other pundits after Manchester United were embarrassed 7-0 by bitter rivals Liverpool at ...

He's giving energy to the team, running a lot with intensity, in the right way. He told reporters, "Yes, definitely [still the captain], I think he's playing a brilliant season, he's played an important role in the position that we are. Neville's colleague Roy Keane added, "Fernandes' body language today was nothing short of disgraceful. The first leg of the last-16 tie takes place at Old Trafford on Thursday night. Several pundits have criticised Fernandes following Sunday's game, as United conceded six goals during the second half. I support him and I'm 100% behind him." He's been a good leader for us, even when he's not captain, which is always a good sign. [Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) in my team and I'm happy with him as our captain with Harry not on the pitch." "He's done a lot for us. Rashford, who is now regarded as a senior player at Old Trafford, supports his manager's decision. [Marcus Rashford](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/marcus-rashford) has labelled [Bruno Fernandes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bruno-fernandes) a "good leader" after [Erik ten Hag](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) refused to [strip the playmaker of the vice-captaincy](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/erik-tenhag-bruno-fernandes-manutd-29403435). "I love playing with Bruno, as you can imagine," Rashford told the press on Wednesday.

Erik ten Hag has defended the Portuguese attacker in the wake of United's heavy defeat to Liverpool.

“So we win together, we lose together, so all we made a mess on Sunday and we have to deal with that.” “That is what we have, so that is the positive out of it. We have to reset and bounce back.” “We have to set conclusions and that is what we did,” he said. Everyone has his mistakes and everyone has to learn. “I think he is having a brilliant season,” Ten Hag added.