‘Wow’, ‘Absolutely amazing’, ‘Well done captain’ – Man City fans react as Fernandinho sets new Brazilian Premier League appearance record

Fernandinho made his 260th Premier League appearance in our 4-0 win over Leeds United on Saturday, which means has played more games in the competition than any other Brazilian.

The 36-year-old came off the bench in the second half to replace Rodri and fired home our fourth from 20 yards.

He has spent nine seasons at City, a period which has seen him win four Premier League titles, one FA Cup and a record six League Cups.

His 260 Premier League appearances moves him ahead of compatriot Willian, who played 259 times during his spells with Chelsea and Arsenal.

And his 184 wins is by far the best by any Brazilian in Premier League history – 36 more than Willian, who sits second with 148 victories.

The Brazilian with the most @premierleague appearances – @fernandinho! 🇧🇷💫#ManCity pic.twitter.com/33mzate4Z0

— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 30, 2022

Man City fans have reacted on Twitter to this Fernandinho’s amazing record, with some suggesting that he’s ‘the greatest CDM the premier league has ever seen’. See some reactions below.

“As Jamie Redknapp said, the greatest CDM the premier league has ever seen .”
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“So underrated and underappreciated.”
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“One of the best CDM in the league”
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“Wow!”
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“Best Brazilian in Pl history.”
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“Congrats. You have been the epitome of a mancunian soldier. Thank you for your faithfulness to Man City”
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“Well done captain…💙”
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“Absolutely amazing. I wonder if Eddie or Gabby wil beat it one day both would need at least 3 seasons..”
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“Absolute legend!!”
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