Ruben Amorim was tense, unable to watch Bruno Fernandes take the penalty kick.

Ruben Amorim visibly appeared anxious when Manchester United clinched a thrilling 3-2 win against Burnley with a last-minute penalty from Bruno Fernandes.

Manchester United just won a dramatic 3-2 match against Burnley in the third round of the 2025/26 Premier League, with Bruno Fernandes scoring the decisive penalty at the 90+7 minute mark. This game allowed Ruben Amorim’s team to temporarily escape a crisis streak but also highlighted the heavy pressure on the Portuguese coach.

In the final moments of stoppage time in the second half, after VAR confirmed Burnley defender Jaidon Anthony pulled Amad Diallo’s shirt, Man Utd was awarded a crucial penalty. On the sidelines, Ruben Amorim could not hide his anxiety. The image of him looking up to the sky before Bruno stepped up to the spot attracted much attention.

Although goalkeeper Dubravka guessed the right direction, Bruno Fernandes calmly placed the ball into the left corner of the net, sealing the 3-2 win. Old Trafford erupted while Coach Amorim breathed a sigh of relief after a moment that could be seen as saving the entire season.

Speaking after the match, Amorim admitted he never dares to watch his players take penalties: “I prefer to watch the fans’ reactions instead. When Bruno stepped up, I thought he wouldn’t miss twice in a row. I believed the victory was deserved.”

Additionally, Man Utd faced new injury concerns: Matheus Cunha left the field with a hamstring issue, and Mason Mount had to be substituted after the first half. Amorim worries that the congested midweek schedule might be the cause.

This result ended the Red Devils’ three-match winless streak, which included a defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League opener and a shocking elimination by Grimsby in the League Cup. More importantly, it helped Ruben Amorim retain trust from the management and fans amid intense pressure on the Old Trafford hot seat.

The joy of victory was clearly shown in Bruno Fernandes’ overwhelming emotions. The Portuguese captain understood that this goal meant more than just three points; it could be a turning point to help Man Utd recover their spirit after a turbulent start to the season.