Watch: Bruno Fernandes’ Awful Penalty Miss That Could Have Given Manchester United the Lead
Manchester United had the golden chance to break the deadlock when the referee pointed to the spot after a clumsy challenge inside the box. As expected, Bruno Fernandes stepped forward, the man trusted so often with penalties for both club and country. Old Trafford held its breath, anticipating another composed finish from the midfielder.
But instead of celebrating, the fans were left in disbelief. Fernandes completely mistimed his strike, sending the ball wide of the right post. The goalkeeper had dived the wrong way, meaning a well-placed effort would have given United the advantage. Instead, the Portuguese star saw the moment vanish, leaving his teammates visibly frustrated.
It was a rare miss for a player who built his reputation on being ice-cold from twelve yards. Social media immediately erupted with reactions, with many fans calling it one of the worst misses of his United career. The miss also shifted the momentum of the game, allowing the opposition to grow in confidence while United struggled to recover.
For Fernandes, the moment will sting. Not only did it cost United the chance to go ahead, but it also raised questions about his current form and composure in big matches. With the pressure of expectations at Old Trafford, every penalty matters — and this one could prove costly.