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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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • Associated Press

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

APRIL 6 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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

Mateus Fernandes strikes Southampton 2-1 in front of Liverpool | Premier League

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Eight crosses without return Mateus Fernandes generated three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Mateus Fernandes attempted eight crosses, including four corners. He also took three shots which was his largest total fo the season. However, without getting a shot on target, he has only made one attempt on target from a total of seven this year.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On scoresheet Fernandes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Arsenal.

Impact Fernandes logged in his first ever assist in the Premier League during Saturday's loss. Since signing with the Saints, the midfielder had started the last four games, totaling an assist with 10 tackles, six clearances and five chances created in that span.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Southampton Fernandes has agreed on a five year deal with Southampton from Sporting CP.

Impact Fernandes has been part of the Sporting CP organization since 2021, having only made eight senior appearances with the side. He spent last season on loan with Estoril in Portugal, making 25 appearances while scoring once. The midfielder is set to bring depth to the Saints' midfielder as he could also be an option to het starts once he is settled in.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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