Bruno Fernandes makes history with 10th Premier League away assist
Manchester United defeated Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, with captain Bruno Fernandes providing the assist for Matheus Cunha's first-half goal. The result gives Man United three crucial points while dealing a blow to Chelsea's Champions League hopes. Fernandes' assist makes him only the fourth player in Premier League history to reach 10 assists in away games in a single season, joining elite company alongside Muzzy Izzet (2003-04), Cesc Fabregas (2014-15), and Mohamed Salah (2024-25). The 31-year-old Portuguese midfielder continues his impressive form since joining Man United in 2020. Fernandes and Man United will face Brentford on Monday as they continue their push for European qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, must regroup quickly with Champions League aspirations now in jeopardy after this significant defeat.