April 20th 2023.
Without the influential Bruno Fernandes on the pitch, Manchester United will have to rely on their team performance to get the win against Sevilla in the Europa League semi-finals. Unfortunately, the Portuguese midfielder will be missing due to a suspension, having picked up his third yellow card in the competition. Despite pleading his innocence, the rule states that any player who accumulates three cautions before the quarter-finals will have to serve a one-match ban. This means that if United progress, Fernandes will not be suspended for a potential final, as the yellow cards will be wiped from his record after the quarter-finals. In his absence, Erik ten Hag has selected a midfield three of Casemiro, Marcel Sabitzer and Christian Eriksen.
Nevertheless, Fernandes has played an instrumental role for United this season, with 10 goals and 13 assists in all competitions.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) This is the first time the 28 year-old has been absent from European fixtures this season. United will be hopeful that they can secure the win tonight and progress to the next stage, allowing Fernandes to make a triumphant return in the semi-finals.
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