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Bruno Fernandes plays key role in Portugal's Nations League win over Wales

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 6:05 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Bruno Fernandes plays key role in Portugal's Nations League win over Wales

Summary

Bruno Fernandes started in an unusual left midfield position during Portugal's 1-0 Nations League victory against Wales on September 24, 2026. Despite Manchester United's struggles this season, Fernandes has performed well individually, scoring four goals. After the match, he defended his new role under manager Jorge Jesus, who indicated that Fernandes has the potential to improve in this position. Fernandes credited his performance to the coach’s strategy, which emphasizes versatility in play. He is set to face Norway next, and will later play against teammate Patrick Dorgu's Denmark.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal secured a 1-0 victory over Wales in the Nations League.
•Bruno Fernandes contributed five key passes and maintained 86% passing accuracy.
•Fernandes defends his position under new manager Jorge Jesus.
•He has scored four goals this season, including a hat-trick against Ipswich Town.
•Fernandes will next play against Norway.

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6:05 AMYahoo Sports — “I’ll always do my best”: Bruno Fernandes defends new Portugal role after Nations League win over Wales

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2Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes has had a positive start to the season in spite of his team’s poor showing.Start to seasonWhile United sit in 12th place in the league and have already been kn...
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