Bruno Fernandes delivered the defence splitting pass which created Manchester United’s opening goal against Burnley.
Fernandes played a diagonal pass into the box which right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka did superbly to volley into Christian Eriksen’s path for a tap-in.
It was a moment of magic from Fernandes on his return to the side, going straight back into the line-up after the World Cup.
Fernandes created four goalscoring chances, more than any player on the pitch.
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Fernandes pass praised by Vincent Kompany
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany spoke after the game to praise Fernandes’ quality, while making a point about what his side needed to learn from.
The Belgian told Sky Sports: “The pass from Fernandes was perfect. Your full-back has to learn to anticipate those type of balls.”
Wan-Bissaka still had plenty to do of course, at full stretch he managed to angle his body to cross into Eriksen’s path.
The right-back deserves lots of praise too, and it was a real team goal, which left Eriksen with one of the easiest goals he will ever score.
Fernandes’ night was soured by a late booking, which was his second in the competition. This means he will be suspended for the quarter-finals.
The team will learn potential opponents when the draw is made on Thursday night.
Marcus Rashford scored Manchester United’s second goal of the game, with a superb run from his own half, netting his ninth goal of the season.
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