Ruben Amorim will get a closer look at what he will be working with on Sunday, as the Portuguese boss looks set to be in attendance after an agreement to take over from the fired Erik ten Hag is close.
Man United will be looking to showcase their best form when Chelsea are the visitors to Old Trafford. However, it’s hard to overlook United’s Premier League recent struggles after losing for the fourth time in nine matches at West Ham last Sunday.
The Blues arrive at the Theatre of Dreams looking to pile on the pressure.
Chelsea have Champions League aspirations of their own this term after winning five of their opening nine. A lot of character was shown in their recent home win over Newcastle last Sunday.
Odds
It would appear oddsmakers have given up trying to second guess which United will turn up, as both sides are identical prices at Old Trafford on Sunday. The draw could be interesting at +278.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Man United | +160 |
| Draw | +278 |
| Chelsea | +160 |
Wins For United in Last Two Home Matches Against Chelsea
| Total | Man United | Chelsea | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 75 | 22 | 24 | 29 |
| Premier League Games | 58 | 17 | 17 | 24 |
| Goals | 197 | 99 | 98 |
Chelsea landed a dramatic 4-3 win over United in the latest match between the sides at Stamford Bridge.
However, that remains their only win in the last 13 league meetings between the sides. Chelsea are also winless in their last ten visits to Old Trafford in the Premier League since a 1-0 success in May 2013.
United have won the last two, while draws have been played out in three of the last six.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 3.25 Goals @ -112
Man United vs. Chelsea Key Stats
- Man United have their second-lowest points tally after nine rounds of Premier League matches in their history.
- United have won just once in their last five EPL outings.
- Chelsea have won ten of their 14 league matches since the start of May, with only Man City picking up more points over the period.
Man United Team News
Amorim will immediately face an injury crisis when he takes over at United. Noussair Mazraoui is a doubt for the weekend clash against Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, Mason Mount, and Tyrell Malacia are no nearer returns. Luke Shaw has suffered another injury setback and isn’t set to return until December.
Possible Lineup
Andre Onana (GK); Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Jonny Evans, Casemiro, Manuel Ugarte, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund
Chelsea Team News
Jadon Sancho will be ineligible to play against his parent club this weekend. Ben Chilwell is the only other injury doubt for the Blues after suffering a setback in his recovery from injury.
Possible Lineup
Robert Sanchez (GK); Malo Gusto, Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Reece James, Moises Caicedo, Romeo Lavia, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, Nicolas Jackson
Man United vs. Chelsea Prediction
It’s incredibly challenging to work out how United will respond to ten Hag’s sacking, and whether Ruud van Nistelrooy will deploy a different formation.
Chelsea have already come up short in big matches against Arsenal and Man City this season, and while this is easier, they still have glaring defensive issues.
A draw is the biggest price selection this weekend, but the trends indicate that it could be the most likely outcome.
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