A disastrous night for Bruno: the United star is burgled after the 4-0 defeat to Como
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was the victim of a burglary at his home while he was traveling back from a Champions League defeat against Como. Local police are currently investigating the incident, and the club has offered support to the player.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the security risks faced by high-profile athletes and the intersection of professional sports performance with personal safety.
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Police are investigating a burglary at the home of Bruno Fernandes, the Manchester United captain . It happened as he flew back from Italy with his team-mates after the defeat to Como in the Champions League.
According to ESPN, Fernandes' family were not at the property when the break-in occurred. Police raced to the scene, and Manchester United have offered their captain their support.
A statement from Cheshire Police, reported by ESPN, said: "At around 8:30pm on Wednesday 21 October, police received reports of suspicious activity at an address in the Alderley Park area in Nether Alderley."
Police added: "The caller reported the presence of 3 unidentified men in the rear garden of a neighbouring property."
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