Fernandes equals Premier League assist record as Man United beat Forest 3-2
Abdullateef Fowewe
Manchester United edged Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford on Sunday in a pulsating encounter that produced a landmark moment for Bruno Fernandes and a tearful farewell for Casemiro.
United took the lead through Luke Shaw before Nottingham Forest fought back, but goals from Cunha and a strike from Mbeumo secured the victory for the hosts.
The result was overshadowed — in the best way for United fans — by Fernandes’s pivotal contribution: the Portuguese midfielder registered his 20th assist of the Premier League season, equaling the competition’s single‑season assist record and underscoring his role as the league’s premier playmaker.
Casemiro, making his final appearance at Old Trafford, received an emotional send‑off from the home supporters as he helped anchor United’s midfield.
The Brazilian was applauded throughout and embraced by teammates after the final whistle, with the victory providing a fitting winning farewell at the Theatre of Dreams.
The win keeps United in third position on the table as Forest leave Manchester disappointed but competitive.
