Manchester United midfielder Ruben Amorim has praised captain Bruno Fernandes following the team’s UEFA Europa League victory over Real Sociedad on Thursday.
Amorim highlighted Fernandes’ exceptional ability, especially in attacking positions, where he consistently proves to be a game-changer.
Fernandes delivered a stellar performance in Man United’s Europa League Round of 16 second-leg win, scoring a hat-trick in a dominant 4-1 triumph over the Spanish LaLiga side at Old Trafford.
The victory secured United’s place in the Europa League quarter-finals with a 5-2 aggregate scoreline. The Red Devils will now face French Ligue 1 side Lyon in the next stage of the competition.
Speaking to TNT Sports after the match, Amorim expressed his admiration for Fernandes’ dedication and versatility on the field.
“It’s hard for a player like Bruno.
“He wants to win really badly, sometimes too much. He’s a guy who can play one game and then will be ready to play in a different position.
“He can take set-pieces, score penalties, press high and play in transitions in the last 15 minutes of games.
“Sometimes I need [someone in] this team someone to take the ball to the last third. I use Bruno, pushed him a little bit back.
‘[Ryan] Giggs was a player who came inside, I’m trying to think about the team and not Bruno.
“Near the box, he’s so dangerous – he can assist and shoot. Sometimes we need him at No.8, No.10 and No.6!”
With Fernandes leading by example, Manchester United will be aiming for further success as they continue their Europa League campaign.
