The new signing Bruno Fernandes inspired Manchester United to a comfortable victory over Watford at Old Trafford. The result moved them up to fifth in the Premier League table, only three points behind Chelsea in fourth. Fernandes, who joined from Sporting Lisbon in January, created all three of United’s goals. He scored the first, too, confidently converting a penalty that he won just before half-time. The opening goal settled United down after a nervous start to the game, with Watford creating some good opportunities on the break. They thought they had equalised early in the second half as well, but Troy Deeney’s goal was ruled out by VAR because of handball by Craig Dawson. Anthony Martial’s ingenious chip made it 2-0 shortly after, and from then on United were in control of the game. The prolific teenager Mason Greenwood sealed the points with a vicious drive off the underside of the bar. Watford had their moments, particularly in the first half, but by the end they were well beaten. The match ended amid a feelgood mood at Old Trafford – one that was inspired by the brilliance of Bruno Fernandes.