Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes & Man City striker Khadija Shaw crowned as FWA Footballer of the Year award winners
Fernandes Revives Old Trafford Tradition
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City striker Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw have been officially named the 2025-26 Football Writers' Association Footballers of the Year. The prestigious accolades recognise their record-breaking individual campaigns, with Fernandes reviving a long-standing Old Trafford tradition and Shaw cementing her status as a prolific Women's Super League icon.
Fernandes Beats Rice and Haaland to Top Spot
Fernandes has become the first United player to claim the men’s award since Wayne Rooney in 2010, following a sensational campaign featuring eight goals and 19 Premier League assists. He beat Arsenal's Declan Rice and City’s Erling Haaland to the top spot after securing United's Champions League return.
- Bruno Fernandes: 8 goals and 19 Premier League assists
- Khadija Shaw: 19 league goals, leading City to their first WSL title in a decade
Shaw Leads City to WSL Title
Shaw was crowned the Women's Footballer of the Year after leading Manchester City to their first WSL title in a decade with 19 league goals.
Fernandes and Shaw have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to the sport, showcasing their exceptional skills and dedication to their respective teams.
