I'm a Man United star's brother - and it means I get targeted when I'm playing football in non-league
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The brother of a Man United star has opened up on the downside of being related to one of the country's most famous footballers. Many would imagine that having a famous sibling would be nothing but beneficial however, it actually comes with its own set of unique challenges.
![[Ricardo - who also works for the NHS - bears a striking resemblance to his brother]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/13/13/94036795-14278529-image-a-2_1736774631429.jpg)
From being targeted in his own football endeavours to overhearing the criticism for his brother, Ricardo Fernandes - brother of United captain Bruno - opened up on his unique situation. Though he may not have hit the same heights as his brother, Ricardo is captain of Roffey of Division One of the Southern Combination Football League - where his likeness to Bruno is somewhat detrimental.
![[Ricardo is captain of Roffey of Division One of the Southern Combination Football League]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/13/13/94036907-14278529-image-a-3_1736774637660.jpg)
Speaking to FourFourTwo, Ricardo mentioned that he would often be targeted on the pitch due to his resemblance to brother Bruno. He said: 'Oh, yes, that happens. I'm not saying every game, but most games. 'I don't mind people coming up to me and speaking about my brother. I'm glad Bruno is known around the world. Manchester United was a big step for him. You hear the criticism and sometimes it affects you. It's tempting to comment, but you have to leave it.'.
![[Ricardo pictured alongside wife Patricia Fereira and their son Tomas]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/13/13/94036791-14278529-image-a-4_1736774640165.jpg)
Ricardo Fernandes - brother of Man United star Bruno - has opened up on his experiences. Ricardo - who also works for the NHS - bears a striking resemblance to his brother. The Roffey captain admitted that people tend to think that he's had everything handed to him, due to his relationship to Bruno, but that's not the case.
'People tend to think, 'Oh, he's got this and that because of his brother', but me and my partner have earned everything ourselves,' he said. 'I'm very proud of Bruno, though. I think he always looked at me growing up. We have a five-year age gap and he liked to come and play with me and my mates.
