Bruno Fernandes drew comparisons with Wayne Rooney from Manchester United legends after his "sacrifice" for the team in their historic win over Barcelona.
The Red Devils came from behind at Old Trafford to edge past the Spanish giants 4-3 on aggregate and book their place in the Europa League last 16. Goals from Fred and substitute Antony overturned the deficit after Robert Lewandowski's opener from the penalty spot to claim a huge scalp for Erik ten Hag as excitement around his new era continues to build.
Fernandes captained United in both legs and was instrumental in the win on home soil on Thursday, despite being shunted out to the less familiar role on the right-wing. It is a position the Portuguese midfielder has taken up before when called upon, and ex-United stars Paul Scholes and Robin van Persie feel his willingness to do so is akin to that of their former teammate Rooney.
