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26th September 2021
02:23pm BST

"Nobody is more frustrated and disappointed than me for missing the penalty and the consequent defeat," Fernandes said on Instagram. "I've always assumed my responsibilities and I've always embraced them under pressure in moments like this. Today, I failed. But I took a step forward and faced the challenge with the same ambition and responsibility as when, on the many other occasions, the ball ended up in the net. "Criticism and contrasting opinions are a big part of football. I've learned to live with it, even using them to drive me on, and I consider it all a very important part of my commitment to never stop trying to improve. "Today I once again took the responsibility given to me almost since I joined United and I will take it again without any fear or dread whenever called upon. "Thank you for all your support after the final whistle! Hearing you chanting my name in the stadium was very emotional. "I will come back stronger for me, because these are the standards I hold myself to, but most of all for my teammates and our fans who have always supported us."https://www.instagram.com/p/CUQiKLToG0j/?utm_source=ig_embed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer didn't reveal whether or not Ronaldo would be on penalty duties following Fernandes' miss, but he did express his anger at the behaviour of the Villa players prior to the spot-kick. “First of all the way they get round the penalty spot, get round Bruno and all that, that’s not to my liking. Bruno is usually very good in those positions and unfortunately he missed this one," said the Norwegian. “It doesn’t get in Bruno’s head. He’s strong mentally and he’ll step forward again. The decision (on who takes penalties) is made before the game.” United host Villarreal on Wednesday night in the Champions League, hoping to bounce back from three defeats in four games. Related links:
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