Manchester United will play against Chelsea at Old Trafford this Saturday evening. The match is a crucial Premier League clash that might affect Ruben Amorim’s future as head coach.
Form and Context
Last weekend, United lost 3-0 to their city rivals, which was a very embarrassing defeat. Their performance in the league so far has been disappointing, as they have only four points after four games – their worst league start since 1992-93. Since Amorim has been in charge for 10 months, the Red Devils have only managed to get 31 points out of 31 matches; no other top-flight side has had such a low total in this period. The pressure on him is growing, and there are rumour reports that the players are losing faith in his way of working.
However, Chelsea are coming off with no losses in the Premier League (W2 D2) but got beaten last night 3-1 by Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Enzo Maresca’s team has been looking strong at the front, as Joao Pedro has been playing a part in five goals so far, while Alejandro Garnacho, the new signing, might be able to witness his former club for the first time.
Team News
On the side of Amorim, he does not have Lisandro Martinez and Mason Mount with him. Matheus Cunha and Diogo Dalot are unfit. New goalkeeper Senne Lammens might make his debut, with Benjamin Sesko expected to be the striker.
The Blues are without Levi Colwill, Liam Delap, and the suspended winger Mykhaylo Mudryk but Reece James should be back at right-back while Cole Palmer is likely to maintain his good run of form in midfield.
Head-to-Head
Since 2013, United have not lost any of their last 12 Premier League home games against Chelsea. However, in the three most recent league clashes between the two sides, the Blues have managed to take seven points.
Prediction
Considering how badly United have been performing, and the good run Chelsea have been having, the london team will probably be the ones to get the full three points. The visitors should win, but don’t be surprised to see it a close match at Old Trafford with a possible 2-1 result for Chelsea.
