Bruno Fernandes faces backlash from Manchester United fans after missing a penalty in their 2-1 defeat to Fulham, with social media users mocking his miss as “embarrassing.”
Manchester United fans have expressed their frustration after club captain Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty in their Premier League clash against Fulham on Sunday, with many mocking the miss as “embarrassing” and even suggesting a move to the Saudi Pro League.
The Penalty Miss That Sparked Outrage
United were awarded a penalty in the 38th minute when Fulham’s Calvin Bassey fouled Mason Mount inside the box. Fernandes, known for his reliable penalty-taking, stepped up to take the spot-kick, only to send the ball flying high over the bar—missing by a huge margin. The miss was particularly shocking as it marked his first failed penalty in nearly three years for United.
Fan Reactions Flood Social Media
The miss instantly became the talk of social media, with fans ripping into the Portuguese midfielder. Many fans took to Twitter (now X) to vent their frustration, with one user quipping that Fernandes was “aiming for the moon.” Other fans suggested that it might be time for the club to part ways with Fernandes, with some even humorously calling for him to be sold to the Saudi Pro League, a popular destination for big names in football.
Fan reactions included:
@Gracemahony5: “That’s the worst penalty miss by @B_Fernandes8. I’ve ever seen. Was he aiming for the moon? Embarrassing and humiliating, this is not good enough.”
@centronob: “Send that bum to Saudi.”
@TheHateCentral: “Shot for the stars, hit the moon. BRUNO FERNANDES.”
@ditebogomailula: “Bruno Fernandes this is not rugby.”
@ranzafc: “Manchester United need to move on from Bruno Fernandes. He’s bringing the club backwards.”
A Crucial Miss in United’s Defeat
The miss came during a time when Manchester United were already struggling in the game, and they went on to lose 2-1 to Fulham. While Fernandes’ penalty miss didn’t directly cost United the game, it certainly compounded the frustration felt by fans over the team’s poor performance.
The Bigger Picture for Bruno Fernandes
Despite being one of United’s key players over the last few seasons, Fernandes’ recent performances have come under scrutiny. His leadership and influence in the midfield are unquestioned, but moments like the penalty miss have led to doubts about his consistency in high-pressure situations. With United’s current struggles, these instances of misfire have been magnified, and the criticism from fans seems to reflect the mounting pressure on the club’s leadership.
