Bruno Fernandes Matches Premier League Assist Record as Manchester United Star Eyes Historic Solo Crown

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has written another chapter in Premier League history by matching the long-standing single-season assist record. His creative influence throughout the 2025/2026 campaign has placed him alongside legendary figures Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne in one of the league's most elite statistical achievements.

Fernandes has enjoyed an outstanding season, producing 19 assists in the league and consistently driving his team's attacking play. His vision and passing quality have been central to Manchester United's strong performances, making him one of the most influential midfielders in English football this season.

The milestone was reached during Manchester United's 37th-round victory over Nottingham Forest, where Fernandes delivered a precise pass that led to Bryan Mbeumo's goal. That assist brought him level with the record of 20 assists in a single Premier League season, a mark previously set by Henry and De Bruyne.

Despite reaching the record, Fernandes could have added more assists in the same match, as several of his key passes were not converted by his teammates. This highlights both his creativity and the missed opportunities that prevented him from breaking the record outright in that fixture.

With one match remaining against Brighton, Fernandes still has the chance to surpass the historic benchmark and claim the record outright. The victory over Nottingham Forest also secured a strong finish for Manchester United, confirming a third-place position in the Premier League table for the season.