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Bruno Fernandes hands Manchester United major boost after replacing Cristiano Ronaldo

Michael Carrick will be breathing a huge sigh of relief ahead of Spurs clash

By George Flood · Evening Standard

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 9:35 PM

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Bruno Fernandes provided two assists on his injury return for Portugal after taking over the captaincy from Cristiano Ronaldo.
Portugal defeated Denmark 4-2 in their Nations League clash with goals from Cancelo, Ramos, Vitinha, and Felix.
Fernandes' return to fitness offers significant relief to Manchester United manager Michael Carrick ahead of facing Tottenham.

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Bruno Fernandes handed Manchester United a major injury boost by returning to fitness and providing two assists in Portugal's 4-2 Nations League victory over Denmark. Fernandes had been dealing with an unspecified injury and was initially doubtful, but he started and captained the side in Copenhagen following Cristiano Ronaldo's sudden departure from the national team camp.

His strong performance provides crucial relief for under-pressure Manchester United manager Michael Carrick ahead of a key Premier League clash against Tottenham. Portugal secured the win with goals from Joao Cancelo, Goncalo Ramos, Vitinha, and Joao Felix, while Mikkel Damsgaard and Rasmus Hojlund scored for Denmark.

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