Bruno Fernandes accuses Roy Keane of telling lie after assists record remarks
Bruno Fernandes has accused Roy Keane of lying about his comments regarding the Premier League assists record. Fernandes clarified that his remarks were misrepresented, emphasizing his focus on team success over individual accolades. The exchange has escalated, with Keane responding cryptically on social media.
- ▪Bruno Fernandes secured the outright record for assists in a Premier League season with 21 assists.
- ▪Roy Keane criticized Fernandes for prioritizing individual glory over team interests.
- ▪Fernandes stated that Keane put untrue words in his mouth regarding his post-match comments.
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Bruno Fernandes said: ‘I accept that he might like me as a player or not, like me as a person or not. But what I don’t like is that he puts words in my mouth.’ Photograph: Steven Paston/PAView image in fullscreenBruno Fernandes said: ‘I accept that he might like me as a player or not, like me as a person or not. But what I don’t like is that he puts words in my mouth.’ Photograph: Steven Paston/PAManchester UnitedBruno Fernandes accuses Roy Keane of telling lie after assists record remarksManchester United captain says words twisted by KeaneKeane appears to respond with post about donkeyPA MediaTue 26 May 2026 03.08 EDTLast modified on Tue 26 May 2026 03.37 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleBruno Fernandes has accused Roy Keane of telling a “lie” about his pursuit of the Premier League…
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