Bruno Fernandes has pledged to give his all against Manchester City as Manchester United aim to end the season on a high note in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Despite a challenging season that saw the Red Devils finish eighth in the Premier League, their lowest position in the history of the English top-flight, Fernandes remains committed to the cause.
This season, United also conceded the most league goals (58) in a single campaign and failed to qualify for European competitions through their league standing. Their only route to continental football next term is to win the FA Cup, which would secure a place in the 2024-25 Europa League group stages.
Ahead of the crucial match against Premier League champions Manchester City, Fernandes has called on his teammates to give their utmost effort while reaffirming his dedication to the club amidst rumors of a summer exit.
“After this difficult season, it is my responsibility to give more,” the Portuguese international shared with The Players’ Tribune. “It starts with me. And it starts tomorrow. We have to give everything in this last match against City, and we have to move forward.”
Expressing his love for the club, Fernandes added, “I love to step out at Old Trafford more than anything in the world. I don’t want to leave. This has always been my ultimate dream. I just want my expectations to fit with the expectations of the club. If you go talk to any fan, they will tell you the same thing. We want to compete for the league. We want to be playing Champions League football. We want to be in cup finals. That is the standard. That is what I want. That is what you all deserve.”
United ended their league campaign on a positive note with consecutive victories against Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion, boosting their confidence ahead of the clash with Man City. However, they face a formidable opponent who has suffered only six losses across all competitions this season.
Having been defeated 3-0 and 3-1 by City in their league encounters, United will need to be at their best to secure the FA Cup trophy. Fernandes and his teammates are determined to overcome their rivals, understanding that their performance could also impact manager Erik ten Hag’s future with the club.
As they prepare for the final showdown, the Red Devils are ready to leave everything on the field in their quest for silverware and redemption.