Bruno Fernandes left absolutely fuming with £80m Manchester United player despite Aston Villa win
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was left so disappointed with one of his teammates against Aston Villa today.
Erik ten Hag’s side played so well at times at Villa Park, securing a win at a venue where so many have fallen this season.
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And whilst Unai Emery’s side have been slightly slowing down of late after their excellent first half of the season, perhaps ten Hag’s side are heading in the other direction.
There were a lot of positives for United today, with the likes of Alejandro Garnacho again looking exciting on the wing.
Rasmus Hojlund also added another goal to his tally, showing no signs that his purple patch will end just yet.
The Dane is now starting to show the composure to match all of his enthusiasm and rich ability.
And whilst Bruno Fernandes probably has very few complaints with that Man United pair, he was really disappointed with a moment involving Harry Maguire against Villa today.
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Despite how imposing Maguire was in his display, assisting Hojlund’s goal, United’s captain simply couldn’t understand a decision in the 61st minute.
Bruno Fernandes so frustrated with Man United teammate Harry Maguire against Villa
Seen during Sky Sports’ live coverage of the game, and pointed out by Gary Neville on commentary, Maguire appeared to pull out of a golden chance.
United were 1-0 up at the time when Fernandes whipped in a delightful ball for Maguire to attack.
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However, on this occasion, the £80m defender made a peculiar decision to ignore the chance.
Perhaps Maguire didn’t think he’d reach the ball, but for all those watching it looked like he would.
Fernandes was visibly annoyed, and was probably aware that United still needed another goal to secure three points against an impressive Villa, which the equaliser that followed swiftly proved.
However, Scott McTominay’s trademark goal ultimately still won the game for United on this occasion.
And it really does feel as if this was a performance to build upon.
Perhaps Luke Shaw’s withdrawal at half-time will be the only negative, if the substitution turns out to be injury-related as first thought.
But away from today’s win, Andre Onana has recently praised the skill of a player United once sold.
Roy Keane hailed the recent showings of Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa.
Roy Keane on punditry duties at Villa Park for Sky Sports.
Roy Keane has waxed lyrical about Rasmus Hojlund.
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has admitted that he has seen a sharp improvement in summer signing Rasmus Hojlund recently.
The Dane went into Sunday’s clash with Aston Villa at Villa Park having scored in each of his last four Premier League appearances. His opener in last weekend’s 3-0 win over West Ham United marked his 10th goal in all competitions this season.
Hojlund, who was signed from Atalanta for an initial fee of £64million in August, has benefitted from playing in a mostly settled forward line in recent weeks, joining forces with Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho. That, ahead of the tussle with Villa, resulted in him having scored five goals in his last six games.
As a result of finding form in front of goal, Keane believes it is clear that the 21-year-old’s confidence levels have soared in recent weeks, praising several attributes within his game. As well as praising his recent form, he also highlighted the importance of him maintaining his form in front of goal to ensure United stand any chance of securing a Champions League place for next season.
Asked if he is starting to deliver, Keane told Sky Sports: “Absolutely. What every striker needs is a few goals to get that confidence, that belief, and he has got that over the last four or five games.
“He looks a different player. He looks strong, aggressive, he’s taking his chances, he’s got the desire to score a goal and if you look at him, he is a big, strong boy.
“I think it was tough when he first came to the club. If you think about it, he arrived on the back of an injury and he came into a United team not playing with any great belief and they weren’t creating that many chances for him.
“But he has turned that around in the last few weeks through hard work and a bit of desire. His confidence [has improved]; when you put the ball in the back of the net, it just lifts it. If United want to get in the top four or five, then he has to continue scoring goals.”
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