Man United Holds Liverpool to 2-2 Draw Amidst Struggles, Fernandes Calls for Consistent Effort Ahead of Southampton Clash

The 30 year old issued a stark warning to his teammates to avoid complacency ahead of facing Saints in their next Premier League match. Man United secured a 2-2 draw at league leaders Liverpool on Sunday and had a last-gasp chance to win the match through Harry Maguire. But Fernandes insists raising their performance for the historic rivalry is not enough with the Red Devils 13th in the Premier League after 20 matches. "I wasn't worried about everyone putting in effort today because it's Liverpool. Everybody will try to do their best," said Fernandes, speaking to Sky Sports. Bruno Fernandes has helped his side to victory over Saints once already this season (Image: PA) "We need to get this standard in every game. I will probably be more worried about Southampton after this performance. "We can't think that it's already good enough because it's not and it will be a really tough one again. We always can do more and today is one of those." He added: "If we can do this at Anfield against the best team in the league, why can't we do it every week? We need much more from ourselves this season. "This one was not about training, it was about putting real effort into the game and about passion. It's heart that gets you something from the game. "We cannot stop here. That is what I am saying, we have to bring our frustration to the next games and show that this is our level every week." Man United were 3-0 winners at St Mary's earlier this season under Erik ten Hag, but new manager Ruben Amorim has just three wins in his 12 games. Saints visit Old Trafford on Thursday, January 16 (8pm), after they take on Championship Swansea City in the FA Cup third round this weekend.