Bruno Fernandes Scores Humorous ‘Ugliest Goal’ in Man Utd’s Match vs Wolves
In a thrilling Premier League match, Manchester United faced Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux. The Red Devils aimed to improve their league standing, and they achieved that goal, though not without controversy.
Bruno Fernandes’ Bizarre Goal
United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, opened the scoring in the 25th minute with a goal deemed by many as one of the “ugliest ever.” The play began when Wolves midfielder Andre lost possession to Amad Diallo. Following this, Matheus Cunha intercepted the ball and passed it to Fernandes.
As Fernandes attempted to control the pass, he slipped twice, yet he managed to recover. He evaded Wolves defender Emmanuel Agbadou and sent a shot toward the bottom-right corner. Although Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone managed to get a hand on the shot, it was not enough to prevent it from entering the net.
Match Dynamics
- Fernandes scored the first goal in the 25th minute.
- Wolves equalized with a goal from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde just before halftime.
- Manchester United regained the lead with a goal from Bryan Mbeumo.
- Mason Mount added a volley to extend their lead to 3-1.
- Fernandes converted a penalty, concluding the match at 4-1.
Fan Reactions
Fans took to social media to comment on Fernandes’ unusual goal, with mixed reactions. Some labeled it the “worst goal in history,” while others humorously deemed it “Puskas Award worthy.” The atmosphere at Molineux was one of disbelief among Wolves players, as the season continues to decline.
Match Summary
Ultimately, the match concluded with Manchester United securing a solid win. Despite the bizarre nature of their opening goal, the result moved them closer to their target in the Premier League standings.