Manchester united midfield maestro, Bruno Fernandes was in action yesterday for the Red Devils in their first leg of the UEFA champions league round of 16 ties against Atletico Madrid at the Estadio Wanda Metropolitano.
The Portuguese magnifico was yet again handed a role to play in his team's starting XI having established himself as a key figure in the squad paraded by Ralf Rangnick since his arrival at the club.
| Anthony Elanga's equalizer against Athletico Madrid |
He was yet again at the heart of the centre-field for the visitor as he played his part and also contributed his quota in the thrilling encounter that ended one all draw.
Manchester United in the 7th minute conceded an opener with a goal from Joao Felix and as such trailed from behind going into the half time break.
The tempo of the game got more heated up in the second half as they both put up some dazzling displays but none was able to found the back of the net until the 80th minute when Anthony Elanga got on the score sheet, to make it 1-1 after receiving a brilliant assist from Bruno Fernandes.
| Bruno Fernandes |
Bruno Fernandes with his assist in the game has now provided 7 assists in his 6 Champions League appearances this season.
As such, he has now registered an assist in all six of his Champions League appearances this season at least two more than any other player in the competition.
He is now the first player in the history of the competition to achieve this remarkable feat for an English club thereby breaking the record held by legendary David Beckham for Manchester United since 1998.
He will now be hoping to keep his brilliant run of form going for the Red Devils in their next fixture, so as to continue their pursuit in the current campaign.