Peerless Fernandes takes creative genius to new heights

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Bruno Fernandes is the ultimate master of his craft. Even when not playing well, he's better at creating than most. Perhaps even the best in his position in Europe right now.

His latest outing was an exhibition of efficiency. The captain's goals contributions have been worth 26 points to Manchester United this season, and his pair of assists against Villa changed the course of the game in moments where a step-up was needed most.

Few players can deliver just as accurately from a dead-ball situation as they can from open play. Fernandes is one of them. His corner for Casemiro's opener was pinpoint. It's like he sets his sights on a particular team-mate and then choses how to get the ball to them. In the first half he did the same from a corner to pick out Harry Maguire, and Amad nearly scored from the knockdown.

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