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Rio Ferdinand hits out at Bruno Fernandes' critics as he hails the Man United captain after he saved Red Devils against Rangers

Rio Ferdinand has hit out at Bruno Fernandes' critics after the Manchester United captain saved his side against Rangers.

United looked set for a familiar story in their crunch Europa League clash with the Scottish side on Thursday night when they blew a 1-0 lead, conceding to a Cyriel Dessers equaliser in the 88th minute.

But Fernandes stepped up, firing in Lisandro Martinez's cross first time to ensure United secured the vial three points to put themselves in pole position to reach the last-16 of the competition.