Only Fernandes (12) and Bayern Munich's Michael Olise (14) have reached double figures for assists in Europe's top five league this season. Cunha has had the most shots per 90 minutes on the pitch (3.69) of any United midfielder - Mbeumo is next on 2.65. He's also in and about getting defensive contribution points (defcon) in every game. In his past seven games, he's earned defcon three times and twice come within one point of getting it. Anderson has earned defcon points in his past eight games.

Source: BBC February 05, 2026 09:09 UTC