Bruno Fernandes has not experienced many low points since moving to Manchester United three years ago. This week, however, the Portuguese midfielder has been the target of widespread criticism in the wake of his team’s shocking 7-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield.
Fernandes was perceived to have demonstrated an unprofessional attitude during the loss, after which he has endured fierce condemnation from United legends in the media, while the broader British press have promoted discussion over whether his role as vice-captain should be reassessed.
Some desperately unfortunate news from France on Monday as Lille defender Tiago Djalo has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
Bernardo Silva is officially back in goalscoring form. Having recently gone 35 appearances without scoring for club or country, the Portuguese midfielder now has two in four matches for Manchester City, after helping them beat Newcastle United in the Premier League.
With less than a month to go before Portugal play their first match under new boss Roberto Martinez, the intriguing subject of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Seleção future is propelled by a goal-laden start to his career in Saudi Arabia.
The latest edition of João Cancelo’s interview with O Jogo threw up some interesting quotes on Friday. The Portugal full-back recently joined Bayern Munich on loan from Manchester City, but Cancelo is clear that he has left behind a special team in England and teased a possible return.