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'It's so STUPID... Alejandro Balde is going away from goal': Peter Schmeichel slams Bruno Fernandes after he gave away penalty against Barcelona in Europa League play-off tie

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has criticised Bruno Fernandes for a stupid decision after the midfielder gifted Barcelona a penalty in their Europa League tie.

Fernandes was adjudged to have pulled back Alejandro Balde in the penalty area by the referee.

Robert Lewandowski just converted the penalty with his effort being pushed onto the post be David de Gea, before bouncing into the net.

Schmeichel, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, bemoaned Fernandes' decision making in a big game.

'It looks like a penalty,' Schmeichel said.