Manchester United were 2-0 winners against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday thanks to goals from Fernandes and Luke Shaw either side of half-time.
The Red Devils won an early penalty when Anthony Martial was brought down by Gabriel Jesus in the penalty area to present Fernandes with the chance to break the deadlock.
Shaw doubled Manchester United’s lead in the second half when the left-back combined with Marcus Rashford before the England international placed a finish past Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson.
Manchester United hoisted themselves above Leicester City thanks to just their second Premier League win in their last six outings.