International Career
In June 2007, Fernandes played in all games at the 2007 UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship, scoring the opening goal for Portugal in their 4–0 win over Israel – the national side eventually failed Olympic qualification. He also appeared at the 2006 edition's final stages and was an active member in the 2009 qualifying campaign.
Fernandes received his first call-up to the senior team in February 2005. He scored his first senior international goal on 26 March against Canada, in a friendly match. He played his first non-friendly match against Armenia on 17 November 2007, a UEFA Euro 2008 qualifier.
Although not part of the list of 24 players initially selected for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Fernandes was one of the six players named in a backup list.
| Goal | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 March 2005 | Estádio Cidade de Barcelos, Barcelos, Portugal | Canada | 1–0 | 4–1 | Friendly |
| 2 | 3 September 2010 | Estádio D. Afonso Henriques, Guimarães, Portugal | Cyprus | 4–3 | 4–4 | Euro 2012 qualifying |
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