I know he’s not having the best season, but he’s still ahead of me in these TWO areas — that’s why I don’t always like being compared to him,” Bruno Fernandes finally admits the TWO aspects where Martin Ødegaard outshines him.
In a shocking and unexpected revelation, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has finally opened up about constant comparisons between him and Arsenal’s skipper, Martin Ødegaard. The Portuguese midfielder, known for his leadership and attacking prowess, admitted that despite Ødegaard having a relatively quiet season by his standards, there are still two aspects where the Norwegian midfielder is simply better than him.
The football world has long debated the qualities of both playmakers, especially since Ødegaard took over the captain’s armband at Arsenal and led the Gunners to consecutive title challenges. While Bruno Fernandes has also carried Manchester United through tough spells, questions have often arisen about who the better midfielder truly is. Now, for the first time, Bruno has addressed the issue publicly.
“I know he’s not having the best season, but he’s still ahead of me in these TWO areas,” Bruno confessed in a recent interview. “That’s why I don’t like being compared to him sometimes because people don’t realise how good he actually is in those aspects.”
Although Bruno didn’t explicitly list those two qualities during the interview, sources close to the midfielder revealed that he was referring to Ødegaard’s vision in tight spaces and his ability to dictate the tempo of a game effortlessly.
According to insiders, Bruno has always admired how Ødegaard can pick out intricate passes in crowded midfield areas and maintain composure while controlling the pace of a match — something Bruno admits he’s still working on.
Fans quickly reacted to the viral interview clip, praising Bruno’s honesty and sportsmanship. Many football lovers appreciated seeing a top Premier League player acknowledge the strengths of a rival without bitterness.
“It takes a real leader to admit another player’s qualities,” one fan tweeted. “Respect to Bruno for this.”
Others used the moment to reignite debates on football Twitter about who the superior midfielder truly is. With both players set to face off next season, this revelation has added extra spice to an already heated rivalry between Arsenal and Manchester United.
One thing’s for sure — this honest admission from Bruno Fernandes will be remembered as a rare and humble moment in modern football’s highly competitive world.
