Bruno Fernandes starred in Portugal’s 4-2 win over Finland on Tuesday night as the Manchester United captain entered Portugal’s top goalscorer list.
It was Fernandes’ first match after getting a week off following Manchester United’s FA Cup final win over rivals Man City. The Portuguese Magnifico scored a brace after coming off the bench, which means in his last 12 games for Portugal, he’s contributed nine goals and eight assists.
Fernandes has been the most decisive Portuguese player since Roberto Martinez was appointed manager.
The two goals saw Fernandes join Portugal’s top 10 all-time top scorers, equalling Simao Sabrosa and Nene, with 22.
Three players in Portugal’s list of top 10 goalscorers have played for United.
Portugal all-time top scorers
- Cristiano Ronaldo – 128
- Pauleta – 47
- Eusebio – 41
- Figo – 32
- Nuno Gomes – 29
- Helder Postiga – 27
- Rui Costa – 26
- Nani – 24
- Joao Vieria Pinto – 23
- Bruno Fernandes, Simao Sabrosa, Nene – 22
On top of Fernandes scoring his 22nd goal for Portugal, it was his sixth brace as a senior international. This tally is only bettered by Eusebio (8), Pauleta (9) and Ronaldo (33).
Portuguese outlet Bola Na Rede raved about Fernandes’ performance against Finland, crediting the midfield ace with the best goal of the night.
Portugal kick-off their Euro 2024 campaign against the Czech Republic on Tuesday, 18 June. They are also up against Turkey and Georgia in the group phase.
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