Bruno Fernandes Explains Manchester United’s 4-1 Loss to Como in Champions League

Manchester United’s captain Bruno Fernandes expressed disappointment after his team lost 4-1 to Como in the UEFA Champions League on October 21, 2026. The match took place at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, northern Italy.

Fernandes noted that the team started poorly, conceding a goal just two minutes into the game. This early setback affected the players’ confidence, leading to a seventh consecutive match without a win. “We started on the wrong foot, and they scored very early,” he told TNT Sports.

Como’s Nico Paz scored the first goal, followed by Tasos Douvikas doubling the lead. Paz added another goal, and Jacobo Ramon scored the fourth for Como. Joshua Zirkzee managed to score a late goal for Manchester United, preventing a more significant defeat.

Fernandes mentioned that conceding early created a negative atmosphere for the team. He said, “Conceding early makes us go into the game with a mood of defeat.” He emphasized the need for the team to be more aggressive and proactive when under pressure.

While discussing the team’s tactics, Fernandes refrained from criticizing manager Michael Carrick directly. He stated, “That’s on the manager and staff to see, not me,” suggesting that the team needs to take more risks to improve their performance.