Bruno Fernandes Sent Off in United Loss

Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United's captain, expressed his belief that he was unfairly dismissed with a straight red card during the team's 3-0 loss to Tottenham, claiming his challenge on James Maddison was not deserving of such punishment. Despite his admission that his sending-off made it tougher for his teammates, he reiterated that it was 'never a red card' and that even Maddison agreed it was a foul but not a red card. Fernandes criticized the referee's decision and the lack of VAR intervention, suggesting that if this incident warranted a red card, many others in the game should be reconsidered. He acknowledged the team's struggles, having been already down 1-0 before his dismissal, and praised their resilience despite the defeat. The loss marked Fernandes' first red card in 242 appearances for United, making him the fourth captain in the club's history to be sent off in a Premier League match at Old Trafford. Tottenham's victory was solidified with two additional goals after the red card, showcasing their dominance throughout the match.