Softfootball can confirm Bruno Fernandes etched his name into Premier League history by equalling the single-season assist record as Manchester United secured a thrilling 3–2 win over Nottingham Forest to confirm a third-place finish.
Earlier before this match, Michael Carrick expressed admiration for Elliot Anderson, citing that he has offered so much for Nottingham Forest. We understand that this statement was made during his press conference ahead of Manchester United EPL clash with Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford today, Sunday 17th May 2026.
Fernandes provided his 20th assist of the campaign—matching records set by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry—by setting up Bryan Mbeumo in a pulsating encounter at Old Trafford.
United made a fast start through Luke Shaw, but Forest responded after the break via Morato. The hosts quickly regained control, with Matheus Cunha restoring the lead in a controversial moment involving a VAR handball check.
Mbeumo’s second-half strike, assisted by Fernandes, proved decisive, although Morgan Gibbs-White ensured a tense finish with a late goal for Forest.
The result sparked widespread reactions across social media, with fans celebrating Fernandes’ historic milestone and United’s return to the Champions League.
blissdman doesn’t seem impress as he calls for the sale of some players in the Manchester United squad
The club should sell some of this players, because next season won’t be as soft as this. A lot of players do not deserve to play for the club and you can’t compete in champions league with them.
gad250 says its a great day
And a Bruno Fernandes assist What a great way to end the week
mr pentagun was impressed
Old Trafford roars again! Three points earned with grit and flair. United deliver on Sunday, sending the Stretford End wild.
genius blames mbuemo and zirkzee for United not winning with a wilder margin
If not for Mbuemo and Zirkzee, we should have won this game by a huge margin and Bruno setting a massive EPL assist record. Kudos to the team generally btw.
michael says United has improved noting that it was this same forest that dismantled Chelsea 3-1
Same Nottingham Forest that decimated Chelsea, Shows how sturdy Manchester United have really become as a team lately. It’s going to be very interesting next season.
The match also carried emotional significance, marking a farewell appearance for Casemiro at Old Trafford, while Michael Carrick received backing as head coach moving forward.
