Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, attended the PFA Awards 2026 ceremony and gave an interview on the red carpet.

Bruno, welcome. Before we begin, I'd like to congratulate you on an outstanding season. You've been nominated as one of six finalists for PFA Player of the Year this year, and you've set an impressive record with 21 assists in a single season. Personally, this has to be a standout and perfect season for you, wouldn't you say?

Yes, it's definitely been an excellent season. As you mentioned, it's not just about setting the assists record this season. Being nominated as one of the six finalists in the Premier League is something I feel very honoured and grateful for.

How confident are you when you can consistently provide assists, perform brilliantly on the pitch, and become a key pilar for the team's success? As a player, what's the secret behind maintaining such consistent competitive performance?

I think the most important thing is to never doubt yourself. You have to believe in yourself at all times. You have to be aware that throughout your career, you will inevitably face ups and downs. So you simply have to hold on during the times when you know you can show your unique abilities and commit to continuing your work.

Manchester United's return to European competition is a major achievement, and you've been instrumental in it. How important is it for the city and the fans to be back in Europe? Everyone has been waiting a long time for this...

Yes, it's clear that we all know Manchester United has a long and glorious history in this competition. So for the club, returning to European football is hugely significant. And for the fans, it means even more. We're eager to repay our supporters, and I think returning to this competition is the least we can do for them.

Bruno, regarding the six finalists nominated tonight, all selected through votes from fellow players—your direct competitors who face you, compete against you, and even battle fiercely with you on the pitch—does being among these six make it even more special and meaningful, especially considering your outstanding achievements this season?

I think it's very special. When you receive votes from competitors who are directly competing against you on the pitch, and they have to choose someone from outside their own team, it makes this honour even more valuable. I think whoever lifts this trophy tonight should feel proud and extremely honoured.

The new season has started, and Manchester United still has much to accomplish. Can you tell us about the current team and the goals you want to achieve this season? Your personal form has always been improving, and the team is fully capable of delivering excellent performances again...

Clearly, our goal is to do better than last season. That's our ultimate objective. It's true that our start to the new season hasn't gone as planned, but we must respond strongly this Sunday at home in front of our supporting fans. Hopefully, we can secure a victory.

Okay, many people voted for you because you made the six finalists. Of course, players can't vote for their own teammates. Who did you vote for this year?

I voted for an Arsenal player. I won't tell you who, but I voted for an Arsenal player. They've performed incredibly well. They're a formidable and very strong team from last season. They're incredibly strong and tough competitors. They haven't only been hugely successful in the Premier League, but they've also performed brilliantly in European competition. Reaching the Champions League final was a tremendous achievement for them, and they maintained that high level all the way through. That's something they should be very proud of, and I believe they deserve all the respect from the entire Premier League.

Okay, Bruno, congratulations again on being nominated as one of six finalists for Player of the Year. Best of luck tonight, and well done on that remarkable assists record of21. I imagine it'll be hard for anyone to break that soon, wouldn't you say?

I think so too. It would definitely be difficult to break. However, some of the players nominated in the six finalists tonight may have the ability to challenge that record in the future.

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