Manchester United captain Fernandes returns to starting lineup at Chelsea
On Saturday, Manchester United's captain Bruno Fernandes returned to the starting lineup at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge after being dropped by manager Michael Carrick the previous weekend. United suffered a 3-0 defeat at Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday without Fernandes, who had criticized tactics following a 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League.
The Red Devils are currently one point above the relegation zone following a series of disappointing results this season under Carrick. Chelsea, meanwhile, sought a morale-boosting victory after losing 2-0 to London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League and against Liverpool in the League Cup fourth round on penalties the previous day.
Manager Xabi Alonso selected the 19-year-old Estevao to start, responding to fan criticism that the Brazilian winger was not used enough and speculation about a potential move.
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