Bruno Fernandes Creates History, Becomes 1st Manchester United Player To...

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Last Updated:May 17, 2026, 18:55 IST

Bruno Fernandes becomes first Manchester United player and third overall to reach 20 Premier League assists in a season, matching Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest in Manchester, England, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest in Manchester, England, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes scripted history on Sunday (May 17), becoming the first-ever player for the club and third overall to record 20 assists in a Premier League season. He went level with the legendary Arsenal forward Thierry Henry and Manchester City’s great midfielder Kevin De Bruyne on 20 after setting up Bryan Mbeumo with a cross from the right against Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford.

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