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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes sent a message to former teammate Juan Mata, following the veteran midfielder’s brilliant performance in the Melbourne derby.

Still got it

Mata moved to A-League outfit Melbourne Victory from Western Sydney last September.

He has started 15 league games for the Victory and despite his multiple assists, was struggling to find the back of the net. However, he put those issues firmly behind him as he orchestrated the side’s 3-1 win against Melbourne City at AAMI Park.

The Spaniard broke the deadlock after 21 minutes, deftly lobbying goalkeeper Patrick Beach from 40 yards out. Where many would have taken a touch, the classy Mata connected with the ball first time to beat the shot-stopper, who was well off his line.

OH MY WORD! JUAN MATA SCORES A SCREAMER FROM LONG RANGE 🚀🤯

The Spaniard chips the goalkeeper from miles out in the Melbourne Derby. Unbelievable 👑

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