Ruben Amorim: Man Utd deserved stoppage-time winner against Burnley

Bruno Fernandes scored from the penalty spot deep into added time as United won 3-2 against the Clarets.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim applauds the fans after his side’s much-needed late victory. Pic: Martin Rickett/PA

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim applauds the fans after his side’s much-needed late victory. Pic: Martin Rickett/PA

Ruben Amorim called Manchester United deserved winners after Bruno Fernandes’ penalty deep into stoppage time saw them scrape a 3-2 win over Burnley.

In a week that saw them suffer a shock penalty shootout loss to League Two Grimsby in the Carabao Cup, this was a must-win match for United in a week in which Amorim has faced questions over his future.

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