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Derby Dynamo: Fernandes Keeps Pacing the EPL Assist Race as United top City 2-0

17 January 2026

Derby Dynamo: Fernandes Keeps Pacing the EPL Assist Race as United top City 2-0
Fernandes delivers another key assist as United down City in the EPL derby.

Key moments

The Portuguese international Bruno Fernandes continued to cement his status as one of the Premier League's most influential playmakers, setting up the Cameroonian forward Bryan Mbeumo for a goal that put Manchester United ahead of rivals Manchester City in the 22nd round of the Premier League.

The Red Devils won 2-0, and Fernandes raised his Premier League assist tally to 60, leaving him second on the all-time list of assists in the competition since his 2020 debut.

Only Mohamed Salah of Liverpool has more, with 65 assists.

Takeaways

With this win United moved to 35 points and fifth, while City stayed on 43 points in second.

Punchline 1: Fernandes's crosses are so sharp that even his GPS says recalculating... no, keep going—it's a Bruno pass.

Punchline 2: Salah leads the chart by five, but Bruno's assists are so precise that his coffee gets an assist—now that's what I call a double shot.

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Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Fernandes accomplish in the match?

He assisted Bryan Mbeumo’s goal, helping United take the lead in the derby.

What is Fernandes' Premier League assists tally after this game?

He reached 60 assists in the Premier League since his 2020 debut.

Who leads the Premier League assists chart and by how much?

Mohamed Salah leads with 65 assists.

What was United’s standing after the win?

United moved to 35 points, fifth place; City remained second with 43 points.