Manchester United's captain Bruno Fernandes is riding high this week after a stellar performance in the Premier League, where he showcased his skills in a thrilling 5-2 victory against Ipswich Town. The Portuguese midfielder not only lifted the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award recently but also delivered a hat-trick and an assist in this match, further solidifying his status as one of the league's top players.
Fernandes' remarkable display earned him the Player of the Match award from both the club and the Premier League, highlighting his significant contribution to the team's success. His three goals brought his tally to three hat-tricks since joining Manchester United in January 2020, putting him on par with club legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Robin van Persie, who also achieved this milestone.
In addition to his hat-trick, Fernandes is in contention for the Premier League Player of the Month award for August. Should he secure this accolade, it would mark his seventh win, tying him with notable players such as Mohamed Salah, Sergio Aguero, and Harry Kane for the most monthly awards in league history. Last season, Fernandes set a league record with 21 assists, contributing significantly to United's third-place finish and earning multiple individual honors.
During a recent episode of the club's podcast, Inside Carrington, Fernandes expressed his joy over both the PFA award and his performance against Ipswich. He remarked, "It feels great. Obviously in football, you want to win trophies with your team, but individual accolades are always nice to have, especially when they are voted on by your peers." He added that scoring three goals at Old Trafford made the achievement even sweeter.
Fernandes also took a moment to address a viral incident involving Youri Tielemans, who mimicked his penalty run-up during the match. The Belgian midfielder, who joined Manchester United from Aston Villa this summer, explained that he aimed to be the quickest into the penalty box. Fernandes commented on the situation, noting that while he didn't initially notice Tielemans' unique approach during the game, it was a clever tactic to position himself for a potential rebound.
"I think it is quite a smart thing to do because you’re going to be on the run into the box while others are standing still and have to accelerate," Fernandes explained. He also mentioned that Tielemans was quick to celebrate the goal with him, which made sense given his rapid approach.
As Manchester United prepares for their next Premier League match against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday, August 6, fans are eager to see how the partnership between Fernandes and Tielemans develops. With both players showcasing their talents, the Red Devils will be looking to continue their strong start to the season.
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