“They’re like babies!”: Wayne Rooney hits out at “selfish” Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has criticized Bruno Fernandes and the wider squad as "selfish" after public disagreements followed a 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como. Manager Michael Carrick had questioned his squad's work rate, prompting Fernandes to publicly criticize the coaching staff's tactical instructions regarding pressing. Carrick subsequently disputed Fernandes's claims, reiterating that the players lacked commitment.

Rooney suggested that Carrick should temporarily drop Fernandes to allow him time to rest and recharge away from the limelight. Comparing the situation to Sir Alex Ferguson resting Cristiano Ronaldo, Rooney argued that United's players act "like babies" and deflect blame instead of taking responsibility on the pitch.