Stamford Bridge will be buzzing with excitement as traditional foes Chelsea and Manchester United go head-to-head in the latest instalment of their iconic rivalry.
Chelsea vs Manchester Preview
Currently sitting at the top of the league, Chelsea will be
hoping for a continuation of their winning streak as they go against the Red
Devils. With 8 wins in the first 11 games of the season, the Blues are flying
high under their coach Thomas Tuchel.
Manchester United on the other hand have won only 5 games with Ole Gunnar Solsjkaer who was relieved of his managerial position over the weekend after losing to Watford.
The team will be under immense pressure following previous crushing home defeats. They’ll be hoping to avenge those losses.
Chelsea vs Manchester Predicted Line-ups
Chelsea is expected to go into the match with their 3-4-2-1
lineup with Havertz alone at the front with Hudson-Odoi and Barkley linking up
with him. The midfield will be held by Chilwel, Jorginho, Kante, and James in
front of Christensen, Silva, and Rudiger at the back. Mendy will be in goal.
For the Red Devils, the 3-5-2 formation will be composed of Cristiano Ronaldo and Greenwood at front. The packed midfield will comprise of Wan-Bissaka, Fernandes, McTominay, Fred and Luke Shaw. Lindelof, Baily will be at the back with De Gea between the posts while Maguire will be missing in action after being sent off for a clumsy challenge against a watford player over the weekend
Chelsea vs Manchester Betting Odds
Traditionally, the Red Devils have fared well against
Chelsea, winning 5 games while drawing 4 and losing only 2 in the last four
years. They will be hoping for more of the same. However, with their home
advantage and a stellar performance, Chelsea is expected to win at 1.82 odds
with BetKing.