Bruno Fernandes insists United's stunning comeback against Roma was about pride and standards, not rescuing anyone's position.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected the idea that his teammates are playing to save anybody's job, following the club's improbable comeback victory over Roma.
Speaking after the win, the Portuguese midfielder made it clear that the squad's mindset is not driven by the pressure swirling around the club. In his view, the players don't carry the responsibility of protecting anyone's position. Their job is to perform for the badge and for the supporters.
The comments land at a time when every United result is analysed for what it means for the club's direction. A turnaround against Roma was always going to fuel those conversations, but Fernandes was determined to keep the focus on the group's own standards rather than outside narratives.
As captain, Fernandes has often been the voice United turn to after both the highs and the lows. His message here was simple: fight for the shirt, take each game as it comes, and let the results speak for themselves.
