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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes puts rivalry aside to praise Declan Rice as the Arsenal star celebrates his 300th Premier League appearance after a 4-0 win over Leeds.

In the tribal warfare of the Premier League, genuine respect between rivals is a rare currency. Yet, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has crossed the divide to honor Arsenal’s midfield engine, Declan Rice, following a milestone that cements his status as a modern great.
Rice was instrumental in Arsenal’s emphatic 4-0 demolition of Leeds United at Elland Road, a victory that snapped a worrying three-game winless streak for the Gunners. But the headline was not just the scoreline; it was Rice’s 300th Premier League appearance—a staggering achievement for a player of his age, underscoring his durability and elite consistency.
Fernandes, often painted as the villain by opposition fans for his on-pitch theatrics, showed his class on social media. Responding to Rice’s commemorative post, the Portuguese magnifico simply wrote "Class," a one-word endorsement that speaks volumes in the fraternity of elite footballers.
For Fernandes to acknowledge a rival during a title race highlights the mutual respect that exists at the pinnacle of the sport. While fans bicker on Twitter, the players recognize the grind. Rice’s 300th game is a testament to his professionalism, and Fernandes’s salute is a reminder that greatness recognizes greatness.
As the season enters its squeaky-bum time, both midfielders will be pivotal. But for a brief moment on Instagram, the battle lines were erased.
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