Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has defended Ruben Amorim’s criticisms of the team and says the head coach’s comments fired him up. Amorim previously said this United team were “maybe the worst in history” following last weekend’s 3-1 home defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion.

Manchester United moved up to fourth in the Europa League table with sights set on earning a bye to the round of 16.

If this is the worst Manchester United team of all time then being their best player is perhaps not too high an accolade. Though the next question is where United, who visit Fulham on Jan 26, would be without Bruno Fernandes.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes' future will - eventually - become a talking point as the Portuguese midfielder heads closer towards the end of his contract.

Bruno Fernandes has defended Ruben Amorim after his harsh comments on Manchester United’s players (Getty) Bruno Fernandes insists Ruben Amorim did not mean his scathing analysis

He strikes in added time to give the Red Devils a 2-0 win over Rangers that puts them on course for the Europa League last 16. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has backed head coach Ruben Amorim’s controversial remarks about the team, admitting they motivated him.The comments came after United’s 3-1 defeat to

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim defended skipper Bruno Fernandes on Friday, saying critics of his on-field demeanour need to consider the Portuguese midfielder's passion as well.

Manchester United closed in on a direct passage to the Europa League last 16 thanks to Bruno Fernandes' late winner to beat Rangers 2-1.

Manchester United clinched a thrilling 2-1 win over Scottish side Rangers at Old Trafford, courtesy a stoppage-time goal by Bruno Fernandes. The match witnessed an intense back-and-forth, with Rangers's Cyriel Dessers leveling the score in the 88th minute.