Revealed: Here’s what Bruno Fernandes said to Benjamin Sesko following Manchester United’s win over Tottenham

Last Updated on 9 February 2026

Bruno Fernandes doesn’t switch off when the final whistle blows. Even after Manchester United’s 2–0 win over Tottenham, the captain was still leading, pulling teammates aside, offering encouragement, and demanding higher standards.

As the celebrations began, Fernandes gathered Joshua Zirkzee and Benjamin Sesko for a brief but telling conversation. Thanks to pitchside microphones, the exchange didn’t go unnoticed.

It was a snapshot of why Fernandes remains Manchester United’s emotional engine, equal parts motivator and disciplinarian.

Bruno Fernandes’ offers advice to Manchester United’s attack

Straight after full-time, Fernandes made a point of speaking to Joshua Zirkzee, offering reassurance to a forward still finding his feet in a United shirt. The Portuguese midfielder could be heard telling him that his moment would come soon under Michael Carrick’s system.

It was a quiet vote of confidence, but an important one. Zirkzee’s performances have shown promise without end product, and Fernandes appeared keen to remind him that goals are only a matter of time if he keeps working.

Then, his attention turned towards Benjamin Sesko. The Slovenian striker had missed a glaring late chance, failing to convert what looked like an open goal moments before the whistle.

Fernandes didn’t let it slide. Acting every inch the captain, he told Sesko plainly that he should have scored. It was a reminder that at the top level, chances like that cannot be wasted. Bruno has made post-match comments with his teammate something of a routine.

Bruno Fernandes leading Manchester United’s mid-season revolution with fantastic form

Since Ruben Amorim’s dismissal, Manchester United have turned a corner under their interim head coach, Michael Carrick.

United have won all four matches with Carrick in the dug-out, including wins over Manchester City and Arsenal. Most recently, they won against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford and have opened up a five-point gap over Liverpool in fourth place.

For all the fresh perspective brought about by Carrick, it’s been the Bruno Fernandes show for Manchester United. He has four assists and a goal in his last four appearances for the club, leading the club by example.

Bruno has been leading by example, racking up 18 league goal contributions. More than goals, he offers verbal encouragement where it’s needed and honesty where it’s deserved.