Manchester United have decided not to punish Bruno Fernandes following his public criticism of Michael Carrick after Wednesdays humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como. The United captain questioned Carricks tactical approach following the loss in Italy, suggesting it was the responsibility of the manager and his coaching staff to identify problems and make changes during matches.Despite concerns over his comments, Fernandes will retain the captaincy and will not face disciplinary action.The decision comes amid growing unrest at Old Trafford, with former United striker Wayne Rooney launching a scathing attack on the clubs players.The Portuguese midfielder conducted 10 post-match interviews despite being substituted for Joshua Zirkzee midway through the second half.However, the club have decided against taking disciplinary action.It remains unclear whether Fernandes will start Sundays Premier League match against Bournemouth at Old Trafford.Rooney slams United players as selfish and like babiesFormer United captain Rooney was furious with the performance against Como and accused the players of attempting to shift responsibility away from themselves.When Martinez came out, I said this is an absolute nightmare because it will rip the dressing room apart, Rooney told the United Stand podcast.That was the start. Weve seen it now with Bruno and youre going to see it with more players because they dont want to take responsibility.Rooney insisted Fernandes and his teammates needed to take greater accountability for their performances.These players, theyre selfish. They dont care about their team-mates, dont care about the manager, the staff or the fans, they care about themselves.If theyre not getting whats right for them, theyre like babies and just throw their toys out of the pram and go and deflect the blame on to anyone else but themselves.He [Fernandes] is putting pressure on someone else because he doesnt want to face it, Rooney added.If he looks at himself in the mirror, if Martinez and all of them looked at themselves in the mirror, theyll find whats looking back at them is them, and thats not good enough. They need to show more. Topics Bruno Fernandes Manchester United F.C. If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read BREAKING: Michael Carrick to remain in charge of Manchester United for Sundays game with Bournemouth Jon Fisher 22nd October, 2026 Bruno Fernandes is a disgrace and is killing Manchester United, according to Jamie Carragher Jon Fisher 22nd October, 2026 Manchester United: Howe leads uninspiring managerial contenders for Old Trafford post Jon Fisher 22nd October, 2026 Michael Carrick apologises to Manchester United fans after unacceptable Champions League performance Mitch Fretton 21st October, 2026 Como 4-1 Manchester United: Report, result and goals as pressure piles on Carrick Mitch Fretton 21st October, 2026 WATCH: Nico Paz scores stunning early goal to shock Manchester United in Champions League Mitch Fretton 21st October, 2026
