Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes created his name in the history books after becoming the joint record equalizer for the all-time assist record in a single Premier League season amid the Red Devils’ thrilling 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest at the Theatre of Dreams on Sunday.
Fernandes achieved the feat after contributing his 20th assist of the current 2025/26 Premier League campaign, matching the legendary tally made by former greats Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. The Portuguese international achieved the milestone after providing the assist for teammate Bryan Mbeumo in the match-winning third goal in the closing stages of the contest.
Manchester United Edge Out Nottingham Forest in a Five-Goal Classic
The Red Devils started well at Old Trafford, leading in the early moments of the game after Luke Shaw scored the opening goal of the match in the fifth minute. However, Nottingham Forest managed to get themselves on the scoresheet in the second half courtesy of Morato before Manchester United scored another goal through Matheus Cunha.
In what became a memorable match, Fernandes provided the decisive moment of the game in the 76th minute, creating an assist for Bryan Mbeumo, which ended up being a 3-1 scoreline. Nottingham Forest came back strongly and managed to reduce the deficit to 3-2 through Morgan Gibbs-White, although Manchester United held on to win.
The result guaranteed Manchester United third place in the table, securing a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League group stage.
Bruno Fernandes Makes History Again
Fernandes has been one of the standout players in European football this season, providing goals, assists, and match-winning performances for Manchester United. The Portuguese playmaker’s latest assist ensured he joined an elite list of creatives who have achieved one of the Premier League’s most prestigious assist records.
Fernandes is currently tied with the following legends on the all-time Premier League assists record:
- Thierry Henry (Arsenal, 2002/03) – 20 assists
- Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City, 2019/20) – 20 assists
- Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United, 2025/26) – 20 assists
Fernandes has one Premier League match left to attempt to break the record outright.
Michael Carrick’s Turnaround of Manchester United
Since replacing Ruben Amorim as the manager of Manchester United, Michael Carrick has done wonders, helping the team bounce back into the UEFA Champions League spots. Reports claim that Carrick will likely be given the job on a permanent basis after winning 11 out of his 16 matches in charge.
After his latest win, Carrick lauded his team and revealed that an announcement concerning his future might not take long.
European Football Battle Rages On
Meanwhile, other teams competing for European spots in the Premier League lost valuable points.
- Brentford drew 2-2 against Crystal Palace.
- Fulham settled for a goalless draw with Wolves.
- Sunderland secured a convincing 3-1 win over Everton.
With one round left, the race for Europe remains fierce.
Bruno Fernandes Eyes Another Premier League Milestone
The Manchester United captain broke the club record for assists in a Premier League season earlier this season and could soon become the outright record holder in the league’s history.
Should Fernandes provide another assist in Manchester United’s final Premier League fixture, he would become the outright record holder of the all-time Premier League assists record.