Nottingham Forest and Bruno Fernandes Shine in Premier League Team of the Week

Nottingham Forest's head coach Vítor Pereira and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes have been included in the Premier League Team of the Week, selected by Alan Shearer, a legendary figure in English football. This recognition follows a dominant 5-0 victory by Nottingham Forest over Sunderland in the 34th round of the Premier League.

Vítor Pereira's Nottingham Forest currently sit 16th in the Premier League table with 39 points, maintaining a five-point cushion above the relegation zone occupied by Tottenham Hotspur. The club is also competing in the UEFA Europa League, reflecting a busy and challenging schedule. Nottingham Forest's strong recent form is highlighted by the inclusion of five of their players—Milenkovic, Elliott Anderson, Hutchinson, Gibbs-White, and Igor Jesus—in the team of the week, underscoring the squad's collective performance and tactical discipline under Pereira's management.

Bruno Fernandes, representing Manchester United, also features prominently alongside teammate Casemiro. Manchester United, under interim manager Michael Carrick following Ruben Amorim's departure, are pushing to secure a return to the UEFA Champions League. Fernandes has been instrumental this season, particularly in creating goal-scoring opportunities. With 19 assists to his name, including one in a recent match against Brentford, he is on the verge of equalling the Premier League single-season assist record held jointly by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne, both with 20 assists.

Alan Shearer's team of the week is rounded out by Liverpool's Curtis Jones and Andy Robertson, as well as West Ham's Tomas Soucek, managed by Nuno Espírito Santo. This selection highlights key performers across several top-flight clubs, reflecting the competitive nature of the league as the season approaches its final stages.

With just four games remaining in the 2025/26 Premier League season, Nottingham Forest will be aiming to consolidate their top-flight status, while Manchester United look to secure Champions League qualification. Bruno Fernandes' pursuit of the assist record adds an individual milestone to watch as the campaign concludes. Both clubs face crucial fixtures that could define their final standings and future European prospects.