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Fernandes Breaks Assist Record in Man Utd Season Finale
24 May
Summary
- Bruno Fernandes set a new Premier League assist record with 21.
- Manchester United secured a third-place finish and Champions League return.
- Brighton clinched a Conference League spot despite the loss.
Bruno Fernandes etched his name in the Premier League record books by providing his 21st assist of the season, guiding Manchester United to a decisive 3-0 win against Brighton on the final day of the 2025-26 season. This landmark achievement surpassed previous records held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.
The victory confirmed Manchester United's third-place finish in the league standings, securing their return to the UEFA Champions League after a year's absence. Under the guidance of manager Michael Carrick, the team has shown significant positive momentum since his permanent appointment.
Brighton, despite the loss, managed to secure an eighth-place finish, qualifying for the UEFA Conference League. Their European qualification was dependent on a complex series of results across the league, highlighting the tight competition at the season's end.
