History of Bruno Fernandes in Timeline
Bruno Fernandes is a Portuguese professional footballer renowned as one of the best midfielders globally. Currently, he captains both Premier League club Manchester United and the Portugal national team. His exceptional passing, vision, dribbling skills, and free-kick expertise distinguish him.
1981: António Oliveira's Club Record
In 1981, António Oliveira set the club record for goals by a midfielder in a season.
March 1994: Eric Cantona's Consecutive Red Cards
In March 1994, Eric Cantona was the last Manchester United player to be sent off in consecutive matches, a record that Bruno Fernandes later matched.
September 1994: Bruno Fernandes Born
In September 1994, Bruno Miguel Borges Fernandes was born. He is a Portuguese professional footballer.
2003: Premier League Chances Record
Since 2003, no player in Premier League has created more chances
2006: Cristiano Ronaldo's Premier League Player of the Month Awards
In the 2006-07 season, Cristiano Ronaldo won back-to-back Premier League Player of the Month awards
2008: Nemanja Vidić Red Cards
In the 2008–09 season, Nemanja Vidić was the last Manchester United player to receive 3 red cards in a season, before Bruno Fernandes matched this record.
August 2012: Joined Novara
On August 27, 2012, Bruno Fernandes joined Novara in Italy.
2013: Joined Udinese
In 2013, Bruno Fernandes moved to Serie A side Udinese after playing for Novara.
2014: 2014 Toulon Tournament
In 2014, Bruno Fernandes participated in the Toulon Tournament with the Portugal under-20s team, playing four matches, scoring against Chile, and helping Portugal to a third-place finish.
2015: Marriage to Ana Pinho
In 2015, Bruno Fernandes married his childhood sweetheart, Ana Pinho.
August 2016: Moved to Sampdoria
In August 2016, Bruno Fernandes moved to Sampdoria on loan with an obligation to be signed permanently.
2016: Represented Portugal at the Summer Olympics
In 2016, Bruno Fernandes represented Portugal at the Summer Olympics.
2016: 2016 Summer Olympics
In 2016, Bruno Fernandes represented Portugal in the Summer Olympics, starting every game as the team reached the quarter-finals.
January 2017: Birth of Daughter
In January 2017, Bruno Fernandes and his wife, Ana Pinho, welcomed their daughter.
June 2017: Joined Sporting CP
On June 27, 2017, Bruno Fernandes joined Sporting CP on a five-year deal after returning from the UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
August 2017: First Call-up for Portugal
In August 2017, Bruno Fernandes received his first call-up to the Portugal national team, replacing the injured Pizzi for World Cup qualifiers.
November 2017: First Full Cap for Portugal
On November 10, 2017, Bruno Fernandes won his first full cap for Portugal, replacing Manuel Fernandes in a friendly win over Saudi Arabia.
2017: Senior International Debut
In 2017, Bruno Fernandes made his senior international debut for Portugal.
2017: Signed with Sporting CP
In 2017, Bruno Fernandes signed with Sporting CP after spending five years in Italy.
May 2018: Attack by Sporting Supporters
On May 15, 2018, Bruno Fernandes and several teammates were injured following an attack by Sporting supporters at the club's training ground.
2018: Named Primeira Liga Player of the Year
In 2018, Bruno Fernandes was named Primeira Liga Player of the Year
2018: Won Taça da Liga
In 2018, Bruno Fernandes won the Taça da Liga with Sporting CP and was named in the Primeira Liga Team of the Year and Primeira Liga Player of the Year.
March 2019: Broke Club Record
On March 3, 2019, Bruno Fernandes scored his 23rd goal of the 2018-19 campaign, surpassing António Oliveira's club record for goals by a midfielder in a season.
May 2019: Highest-scoring Portuguese midfielder
On May 5, 2019, Bruno Fernandes became the highest-scoring Portuguese midfielder in a single season of all time, with 31 goals to his name and was named Primeira Liga Player of the Year for the 2018-19 season.
June 2019: UEFA Nations League Finals Victory
In June 2019, Bruno Fernandes played in both matches of the UEFA Nations League Finals, where Portugal defeated the Netherlands 1–0 to win the trophy, and he was named in the "Team of the Tournament".
2019: Won Second Taça da Liga
In 2019, Bruno Fernandes won his second consecutive Taça da Liga and the Taça de Portugal with Sporting CP. He was also named Primeira Liga Player of the Year for the second time.
2019: Scored in Consecutive Appearances
In the 2019-20 season, Bruno Fernandes scored in six consecutive appearances, becoming the third Sporting player in the 21st century to achieve this feat.
January 2020: Signed with Manchester United
In January 2020, Bruno Fernandes signed with Manchester United for an initial fee of €55 million.
January 2020: Agreement Reached with Manchester United
On January 29, 2020, Manchester United confirmed an agreement with Sporting for the transfer of Bruno Fernandes.
September 2020: Birth of Son
In September 2020, Bruno Fernandes and his wife, Ana Pinho, welcomed their son.
February 2021: Contributed to Record-Equalling Win
On February 2, 2021, Bruno Fernandes scored one goal and made two assists in Manchester United's Premier League record-equalling 9–0 home win against Southampton.
2021: Top Assist Provider in the 2021-22 UEFA Champions League
Bruno Fernandes was the top assist provider in the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League, with seven assists in total.
March 2022: World Cup Qualification
In March 2022, Bruno Fernandes scored both goals in Portugal's 2–0 win over North Macedonia, securing Portugal's qualification for the 2022 World Cup.
April 2022: Signed New Contract with Manchester United
On April 1, 2022, Bruno Fernandes signed a new contract with Manchester United, keeping him at the club until June 2026 with an option for a further year.
September 2022: Most Minutes in World Football
From September 15, 2022, to 2023, Bruno Fernandes played the most minutes in world football, with 72 games and 6,666 minutes.
2022: Created Most Chances in Premier League
In the 2022-23 Premier League season, Bruno Fernandes created the most chances (119), the highest on record since 2003-04 by a Manchester United player.
January 2023: 150th Appearance for Manchester United
On January 3, 2023, Bruno Fernandes made his 150th appearance for Manchester United. On January 18, Fernandes registered his 100th goal contribution for the club.
2023: Named Club Captain
In 2023, Bruno Fernandes was named as Harry Maguire's replacement as club captain for Manchester United.
2023: Recognition as Creative Midfielder
In 2023, Kevin De Bruyne rated Bruno Fernandes as the best player in his position in the Premier League.
January 2024: Received Contract Offer from Al-Hilal
In January 2024, Bruno Fernandes received a €100 million contract offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, which he turned down.
May 2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Squad Selection
In May 2024, Bruno Fernandes was selected in the 26-man squad for the UEFA Euro 2024.
2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers
In 2024, Bruno Fernandes contributed significantly to Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, finishing as the top assister and leading Portugal to a record-breaking qualification.
2024: FA Cup Win
In the 2024 FA Cup final against local rivals Manchester City, Fernandes assisted Kobbie Mainoo's goal in an eventual 2–1 win for United, winning his second trophy with the club and his first as club captain.
June 2026: Contract End Date
Bruno Fernandes' contract with Manchester United would keep him at the club until June 2026, with the option of a further year, as of April 1, 2022.
June 2027: Contract Extended
In August, Bruno Fernandes' contract with Manchester United was extended to 30 June 2027.
