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Scores in defeat Fernandes scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Fernandes buried his second of the season with an unassisted shot from a tough angle. This marked just the fourth time this season that he had more than one shot in a match, while this was his first shot on target in seven outings. Additionally, he failed to account for a chance created for the first time in four appearances.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Man City and Aston Villa win to stay in touch with Premier League leader Arsenal

Manchester City and Aston Villa both won to keep the pressure on Premier League leader Arsenal

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

29 SECONDS! Mateus Fernandes drills West Ham ahead of Aston Villa | Premier League

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Four crosses Sunday Fernandes had four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Fernandes recorded four crosses in Sunday's draw, tying a season high. He also took three corners and created one chance on the attack. He was extremely active on the defensive end too as he won 16 duels, intercepted four passes, made three clearances, blocked two shots and won five tackles in his 82 minutes of action.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Sunday's win Fernandes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Newcastle United.

Impact Fernandes recorded his first assist of the season Sunday as he set up Lucas Paqueta's goal in the 35th minute which tied the match at 1-1. It marked his second goal contribution of the season, both of which have come in his last two matches. He created a season-high three chances in the win, adding one accurate cross and one off-target shot in the win.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First West Ham goal Mateus Fernandes scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Friday's 2-1 defeat against Leeds United.

Impact Mateus Fernandes's glancing header late in the second half Friday accounted for the lone West Ham goal in their 2-1 defeat at Leeds United. The goal was the first for the 21-year old midfielder across seven appearances (six starts) since joining the club from Southampton. Fernandes's 25-minute substitue appearance Friday was the midfielder's first substitue appearance after making six successive starts.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in defense Mateus Fernandes registered seven tackles (three won) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Fernandes did win three of his seven tackles, but it ultimately didn't result in West Ham having any traction in a 2-0 loss. Fernandes will try to do more in the offensive third against Brentford after the international break, and the Bees have surprisingly conceded 12 goals already in seven matches.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with West Ham United Fernandes has signed a contract with West Ham United until 2030, joining on a permanent move from Southampton, his new club announced. "Mateus is a young player who has made impres...

Impact Fernandes was formed in the Sporting Lisbon Academy and has developed into one of the most complete young midfielders in England last season, combining strong defensive actions with creativity and progressive passing. His all round profile allows him to contribute in both phases of play which fits West Ham's need for balance in midfield. The club expects him to have an immediate impact and his long term contract shows confidence in his ability to grow into a key role.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hope for West Ham? Troubled Hammers agree £40m transfer after wretched start to season | Goal.com US Troubled West Ham have reportedly agreed a deal upwards of £40 million for Southampton star Mateus Fernandes as they try to kickstart their...

AUGUST 28, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Ends complete season with assist Fernandes provided an assist in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Arsenal in the season finale, capping a complete 36-appearance campaign.

Impact Fernandes impressed in the final match with calm distribution and strong positioning in midfield while providing a nice assist for Ross Stewart's first Premier League goal from a well-taken corner. He linked up well with both defense and attack, showing growth in his all-around game. Fernandes has developed steadily over the course of the season and heads into the summer as a player to watch after recording two goals four assists 34 chances created 113 crosses and 2.47 tackles per game in a complicated campaign.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts nine crosses Fernandes had nine crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against West Ham United.

Impact Nine marks Fernandez's most crosses in Premier League action since Jan. 19. For chances created, he had not logged multiple after Feb. 1. In the 2025 calendar year, Fernandez has two assists on 47 crosses (13 accurate), 23 corners and 15 chances created.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sunday's loss Fernandes scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Fernandes scored in the 90th minute Sunday off a Kamaldeen Sulemana assist, a goal which briefly cut the deficit to 2-1. It marked his fifth goal contribution of the season and his second in the last five days. He took a season-high five shots and also created a chance in his third consecutive match. On the defensive end he won two tackles, intercepted one pass, made two clearances and won 10 duels in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool loses and Southampton's relegation is sealed before a deadlocked Manchester derby

Liverpool had a shock defeat on its march to the Premier League title after a 3-2 loss at Fulham

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Mateus Fernandes pulls one back for Southampton against Spurs | Premier League

APRIL 6, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Records assist Fernandes assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace.

Impact Fernandes logged the assist to Southampton's lone goal, scored by Paul Onuachu. With the assist, Fernandes is Southampton's first player this season to have more than two in the category. The assist is his first since Jan. 19, so him regularly logging them is not expected to be a formality.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two interceptions Fernandes recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two interceptions in Tuesday's 4-0 defeat versus Chelsea.

Impact Fernandes continues his role as the main set piece taker for the Saints, having been involved in 64 set piece situations. On top of this, he is averaging about 3.3 crosses and 2.2 tackles per game scoring a goal with two assists in 25 league appearances.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No shots on target in loss Fernandes recorded three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Fernandes was impactful in midfield Saturday. The attacking midfielder engaged in 14 duels (winning 10) and in playmaking executed three crosses (one accurate) and three long balls (one accurate). He did not manage to have an impact on the Saints attack, placing no shots on target. The regular starter has scored once and created two assists. It has been five games since his last assist.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers second assist of season Fernandes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (seven accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Fernandes accounted for a minimum of three chances for the second time four outings, one of which resulted in his second assist of the campaign, and his first goal contribution in nine league matches. He also racked up an impressive seven accurate crosses, which soars beyond his previous season high of two accurate crosses in a match. Additionally, he continued to make his presence felt on the defensive side and is up to 11 tackles won over his last 10 league appearances.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in six crosses Mateus Fernandes generated three shots (two on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 3-1 loss to Manchester United. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Mateus Fernandes led the Southampton attack Thursday with six crosses (one accurate) as they fell 3-1 to Manchester United. In addition to his offensive output, the midfielder played a box-to-box role in the fixture, as evidenced by his three tackles (two won), one clearance and one block. Fernandes continues to be a key cog in the Saints' midfield, having started in 17 of their last 18 Premier League fixtures, missing one match due to a yellow card accumulation suspension.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from ban Fernandes is no longer banned after serving a one-match suspension.

Impact Fernandes is back for FA Cup action this week, having served his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation. The midfielder has yet to miss a start since the second match of the season when fit, so he will likely return to the starting XI immediately.

JANUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Fernandes (suspension) generated one shot (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Fernandes recorded the most crosses in the game, but was not able to create a chance. He also recorded two tackles and an interception, but made an error which led to a goal. He has started all except one game this campaign and has also registered 29 crosses in six games in December

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow Fernandes is suspended for Saturday's match against Brentford due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Fernandes will not be an option next match, with the midfielder picking up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday. This will force him to miss Saturday's match against Brentford, a brutal loss as he has started in 16 of his 18 appearances this campaign. That said, expect Adam Lallana, Joe Aribo or Lesley Ugochukwu will likely take his spot while out, with a return set against Manchester United on Jan. 16.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Fernandes registered two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 1-0 loss versus West Ham United.

Impact For the first time since Sept. 21, Fernandes created multiple chances, with his four from Thursday giving him 15 this season. To cap off his 2024, he has increased his reliability in the crossing game, averaging more than three crosses per appearance at a 40 percent success rate.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in draw Fernandes recorded one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Fulham.

Impact Fernandes registered his second-highest total of the season with seven crosses and tied his season high with two accurate crosses in the match. Additionally, he earned two tackles won for an eighth time in 16 appearances. This also marked his second straight outing accounting for at least one chance created.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets Sunday Fernandes scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Fernandes found the back of the net during Sunday's clash and also had surprisingly solid volume. Playing at home surely helped, but it was an excellent showing against top opposition either way. Fernandes will hope to continue this goalscoring form as Southampton look to scrounge up any points to try and avoid the drop.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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