Alan Shearer slams Bruno Fernandes as ‘pathetic’ for alleged kick on Phil Foden

Published Sep 14, 2026, Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer slammed Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes as ‘pathetic’ after the Red Devils’ 1-0 Premier League derby loss to Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday. Shearer accused Fernandes of play‑acting to get Phil Foden sent off and claimed Fernandes also kicked Foden during the first‑half incident that saw Foden dismissed for fouling the United captain. Erling Haaland’s second‑half goal secured the win for City, while Fernandes retained the captaincy despite the criticism. Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Shearer said, “I thought the way Bruno Fernandes went down was pathetic. He helped get Foden off, and yes, he’s kicked out at him a little bit, but Bruno Fernandes has also kicked Phil Foden.” The comments add to growing scrutiny of Fernandes’ leadership and on‑field discipline as United struggle for consistency. Will this public rebuke prompt Fernandes to adjust his approach, or will he dismiss it as part of the competitive heat of Manchester derbies?

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