At around minute 75 of Sunday's Manchester derby, one of the rare occasions Manchester City were sloppy in possession allowed Bruno Fernandes a chance to test John Stones in a one-on-one scenario.
Showing the Portugal international onto his weaker foot, the central defender was patient and made his challenge at the right time, coming away cleanly with the ball. It was a perfect summary of his performance, and why City fans needn’t worry about Ruben Dias’ long-term injury.
Pep Guardiola’s announcement ahead of the game that Dias had picked up a hamstring injury and is likely to be sidelined for four to six weeks was – understandably – met with huge apprehension.
