Why is Bruno Fernandes not playing for Manchester United against Liverpool in Premier League?

Bruno Fernandes picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in Man United’s 3-0 loss against Bournemouth last week, resulting in a one-match suspension for the Portuguese.

Published : Dec 17, 2023 21:01 IST , CHENNAI - 1 MIN READ

Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United looks dejected following the Premier League match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford on December 09, 2023 in Manchester, England. | Photo Credit: Getty Images

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes will not be available for selection for its Premier League clash against arch-rival Liverpool on Sunday.

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This is because Fernandes picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in Man United’s 3-0 loss against Bournemouth last week. He was booked for dissent with five minutes left of regulation time. A fifth yellow card means that the Portuguese will have to serve a one-match suspension.

Fernandes has scored three Premier League goals this season and has bagged the same number of assists.