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Wayne Rooney criticizes Bruno Fernandes after Portugal's World Cup exit

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Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Wayne Rooney criticizes Bruno Fernandes after Portugal's World Cup exit

Summary

Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot saw their World Cup hopes end when Portugal lost 0-1 to Spain in the last-16 stage. While both players struggled to make an impact throughout the tournament, former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney criticized Fernandes for not properly utilizing Cristiano Ronaldo during the match. Rooney urged that effective use of Ronaldo in the final third is essential for success. Following their World Cup campaign, Fernandes and Dalot are set to take a break before rejoining Manchester United's pre-season tour in the coming weeks.

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•Portugal exits World Cup after 0-1 loss to Spain
•Wayne Rooney criticizes Fernandes for not using Ronaldo effectively
•Rooney urged teammates to get the ball into the penalty area
•Fernandes and Dalot to join Man United's pre-season tour soon
•Portugal coach Roberto Martinez steps down after the tournament

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Manchester United duo Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot had their World Cup dream ended by Spain at the last-16 stage in a 0-1 defeat.Portugal defeatIt was also the last World Cup match that former Red ...
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