Manchester United vs Chelsea: Premier League Clash Preview
Manchester United and Chelsea are set to face off at Old Trafford in the 10th week of the 2024/2025 Premier League season. The match is scheduled for Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 23:30 WIB, and will be broadcast live on STCV, with streaming available on Vidio.
Both teams come into this match following contrasting fortunes in the Carabao Cup/EFL Cup. Under interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy, appointed after the dismissal of Erik ten Hag, Manchester United cruised to a 5-2 victory over Leicester City at home. In contrast, Chelsea was eliminated after suffering a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Newcastle.
Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes were the standout performers for United, each scoring twice against Leicester, while Alejandro Garnacho added another goal to complete the scoring. In the Premier League this season, United has managed just three wins while enduring four losses. Meanwhile, Chelsea has fared better, recording five victories and only two defeats. Both teams have conceded 11 goals; however, United has struggled offensively, scoring only eight goals compared to Chelsea’s impressive 19.
Chelsea’s attack has been spearheaded by Cole Palmer, who has netted seven goals this season, followed closely by Nicolas Jackson with six. This potent offensive threat poses a significant challenge for Manchester United’s defense. Nevertheless, United has a strong home record against Chelsea, remaining unbeaten in their last 11 home league matches against them, with five wins and six draws. The last time United lost at Old Trafford to Chelsea was back in the 2012/2013 season, when Juan Mata scored the only goal of the game.
Predicted Starting XI for Manchester United vs Chelsea
Manchester United (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Onana
- Defenders: Dalot, Martinez, De Ligt, Mazraoui
- Midfielders: Casemiro, Ugarte
- Forwards: Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford
- Striker: Hojlund
Coach: Ruud van Nistelrooy (interim)
Injury Updates: Leny Yoro, Tyrell Malacia, Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo, Antony, Luke Shaw, and Mason Mount are all sidelined due to injuries.
Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Sanchez
- Defenders: Gusto, Colwill, Fofana, James
- Midfielders: Lavia, Caicedo
- Forwards: Neto, Palmer, Madueke
- Striker: Jackson
Coach: Enzo Maresca
Head-to-Head and Score Prediction
Premier League Head-to-Head Record:
- Manchester United wins: 19
- Draws: 26
- Chelsea wins: 19
Last 5 Encounters:
- April 5, 2024: Chelsea 4-3 Manchester United
- December 7, 2023: Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea
- May 26, 2023: Manchester United 4-1 Chelsea
- October 22, 2022: Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United
- April 29, 2022: Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea
Last 5 Matches for Manchester United (W-D-L-L-W):
- October 6, 2024: Aston Villa 0-0 Manchester United
- October 19, 2024: Manchester United 2-1 Brentford
- October 25, 2024: Fenerbahce 1-1 Manchester United (Europa League)
- October 27, 2024: West Ham 2-1 Manchester United
- October 31, 2024: Manchester United 5-2 Leicester City (EFL Cup)
Last 5 Matches for Chelsea (D-L-W-W-L):
- October 6, 2024: Chelsea 1-1 Nottingham Forest
- October 20, 2024: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
- October 24, 2024: Panathinaikos 1-4 Chelsea (Conference League)
- October 27, 2024: Chelsea 2-1 Newcastle
- October 31, 2024: Newcastle 2-0 Chelsea (EFL Cup)
Final Score Prediction: Manchester United 2-2 Chelsea
Both teams will be eager to claim all three points, and with the attacking talent on display, fans can expect an exciting clash at Old Trafford.
