Manchester United’s skipper, Bruno Fernandes, expressed disappointment over his team’s inability to maintain control in Champions League fixtures following their latest setback – a 3-3 draw against Galatasaray, where they surrendered a two-goal lead.
The English giants, led by Fernandes, faced a frustrating evening in Istanbul as they let slip a commanding position to settle for a draw. The Portuguese midfielder highlighted the pressing need for his team to display better game management in such crucial encounters.
“It’s too bad to be honest,” Fernandes shared with TNT Sports. “What we have been doing in the Champions League is not enough; we have to control our games.”
This result places Manchester United on the verge of elimination from the group stage, having secured just one victory in their opening five matches. To progress, they must win their final Group A match against Bayern Munich at home and hope for favorable outcomes elsewhere.
The Red Devils have struggled to seize opportunities this campaign, facing setbacks despite leading against Galatasaray previously and succumbing to a 3-2 loss in October. Similarly, they squandered a two-goal advantage in a 4-3 defeat to FC Copenhagen earlier this month.
Fernandes’ exceptional strike put Manchester United 2-0 ahead within the first 20 minutes, later extending their lead to 3-1 after an hour. However, two crucial errors from goalkeeper Andre Onana allowed Galatasaray to stage a comeback, resulting in a disappointing draw for the English side.
Reflecting on the game, Fernandes emphasized the team’s collective responsibility to manage these situations more effectively and understand the importance of securing results in high-stakes encounters.
United’s campaign in the Champions League has been marred by difficulties in maintaining leads, as they continue to struggle with game management issues, ultimately affecting their performance and standing in the tournament.