SportBREAKING NEWS: Bruno Fernandes officially stripped of captaincy by Ruben Amorim after Wolves clash

Manchester United’s chaotic season took another twist as Ruben Amorim made the unexpected decision to strip Bruno Fernandes of the captaincy following his red card during a 2-0 loss to Wolves. This move highlights Amorim’s growing frustration with Fernandes’ discipline and performance, particularly after several underwhelming displays.

The defeat at Molineux was United’s fourth in five Premier League matches, adding to the pressure on Amorim. Unlike their previous 3-0 loss to Bournemouth, where defensive errors were prominent, this game saw Wolves dominate. Goals from Matheus Cunha, who scored directly from a corner, and Hee-Chan Hwang on the counterattack left United exposed.

A key moment came in the 47th minute when Fernandes was sent off after a reckless tackle on Nelson Semedo. Already on a yellow card, his late challenge forced referee Anthony Taylor to show him a second, leaving United to play the rest of the match with ten men. Fernandes’ walk past Amorim without acknowledgment underscored the tension between them.
In a dramatic and unexpected move, Ruben Amorim has stripped Bruno Fernandes of the Manchester United captaincy following his red card in the team’s 2-0 defeat to Wolves. The decision underscores Amorim’s growing frustration with Fernandes’ discipline and overall performances, particularly after a string of underwhelming displays that have contributed to the team’s struggles.

The defeat at Molineux marked United’s fourth loss in their last five Premier League matches, further intensifying the pressure on Amorim. Unlike the previous 3-0 loss to Bournemouth, where defensive errors were the main issue, this game saw Wolves dominate possession and control the match. Goals from Matheus Cunha, who scored directly from a corner, and Hee-Chan Hwang, who capitalized on a counterattack, exposed United’s vulnerabilities.

The pivotal moment came in the 47th minute when Fernandes, already on a yellow card, was sent off for a reckless tackle on Nelson Semedo. His late challenge forced referee Anthony Taylor to issue a second yellow card, reducing United to ten men for the remainder of the match. What followed was a clear sign of discord between the captain and manager, with Fernandes walking past Amorim without acknowledging him—a gesture that emphasized the deepening tension between the two.

This latest development is just another sign of the mounting issues within the squad, as Amorim faces the challenge of turning things around at Old Trafford. Fernandes’ red card and the captaincy decision further complicate United’s already difficult season, leaving fans and pundits wondering whether the team can recover and rediscover their form under Amorim’s leadership.