Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes impress for Manchester United against Sheffield United
Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes were at their best as Manchester United came back once again, this time to defeat Sheffield United.
Both players looked in their element as United moved to within five points off the top. With a game in hand, we could find ourselves behind only Liverpool, provided we secure all three points.
The duo combined well to set up Marcus Rashford for United’s third on the night. The goal eventually proved decisive after David McGoldrick pulled one back for Sheffield late on.
It was suggested earlier this season that Pogba was not comfortable with Fernandes’ pre-eminent position at the club. (h/t The Mirror)
There was scant proof of any displeasure on the field yesterday as the two combined well on the pitch in what was an impressive attacking performance.
The two goals conceded is a cause for worry, but with our midfield duo impressing, that is one less thing to worry about going forward.
With games set to come thick and fast in the festive season, the winning momentum will help us negotiate a potentially tricky month.
United fans took to Twitter to react to the duo’s performance.
Fans react as Pogba and Fernandes impress for United
Pogba and Fernandes tonight 🙌
— Jeff 🇮🇪 (@Jeffs_Tweets_) December 17, 2020
Fernandes and Pogba unreal to watch when they’re at it
— Luke Black (@lukeblack85) December 17, 2020
Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes were fantastic tonight. Some of the passes they picked out was unreal.
— James (@JamesHooper__) December 17, 2020
Rashford clinical up top top. #MUFC
We have Bruno Fernandes and pogba 😎
— Ifeanyi (@slimfitukeje) December 17, 2020
When Pogba and Fernandes play together beautifully like they did against Sheffield today it’s wonderful to watch. Wish it could work like this every game but we won’t get that. #MUFC
— naikey (@NaikeyOnuegbu) December 17, 2020
That united forward line with pogba and fernandes arguably best in the league.
— martinoboomboom (@martinostella) December 18, 2020
Should be an interesting festive period to see if they can kick on and give the title a real go this year.
Bruno Fernandes is the best midfielder in the premier league only one that comes close is Paul Labile Pogba #facts
— kakadooo (@kakado_oooo) December 18, 2020
Pogba was a proper baller yesterday✔️ having him play like that every match and Fernandes will be a beauty😍
— Lazybone Nillionaire 1000559335 (@Sonofsaint_) December 18, 2020
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Many teams have one generational talent. Some are lucky to have two. Man United have not one, not two, but FIVE such players; Pogba, Martial, Rashford, Bruno Fernandes and Mason Greenwood.
— Do Right And Kill Everything (@Young_Andretti) December 18, 2020
Rival fans eat your heart out. 😂😂
The third goal, an incredible job by Pogba and one touch from Fernandes, one touch from Greenwood, Rashford gives the ball to Fernandes, Fernandes to Martial, Martial to Rashford and a brillant finish for our MBE❤️👹 #MUFC
— Faly Sarr 🇸🇳🧟♂️ (@FahLissArt) December 18, 2020
